Vice President of Merchandising Operations

Birdiebox - Frisco, TX

Full-time - Senior

Frisco, TX

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

The Vice President of Merchandising Operations at BirdieBox is responsible for overseeing the merchandise team and managing the product mix to ensure operational efficiency and growth. This role involves strategic planning, vendor management, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the company's offerings and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Manage a four person (and growing) merchandise team
• Maximize the scheduling, assignments, and daily workflow of team members in the department
• Oversee and manage SKU and PO data accuracy from merchandise team
• Provide constructive, timely and consistent performance evaluations to enhance team members' career and professional development
• Oversee and maintain inventory while managing forecasting and cash flow usage
• Manage and evolve the Open To Buy (OTB) plan, reacting and making changes when necessary
• Ensure continuous supply of required goods and communicate any supply problems that may pose a risk or impact on business operations
• Foster and evolve vendor relationships
• Implement a rebate program based on quarterly vendor purchases
• Build and manage vendor and supplier relations
• Work with the Finance Team to develop creative and innovative procurement strategies and processes
• Research, analyze, and forecast current and future buying trends, markets, styles, and products
• Negotiate contracts with vendors and suppliers for improved prices and terms of business
• Undertake research on and evaluate existing and new suppliers
• Resolve price, quality, delivery or invoice issues with suppliers
• Attend trade shows, product exhibitions, and conferences to maintain understanding of new products and trends
• Develop ideas and strategies to improve operational efficiency, add value, aid business performance, and work towards a strategy of continuous improvement.

Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years of buying experience is required
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a management role
• Track record of success and staff retention
• Ability to add value, reduce costs and make business improvements
• Vendor management and supplier experience
• Import and global sourcing experience is a huge plus

Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary + Bonus
• Full Medical and Dental Benefits
• 401k