Manager, Assortment Insights - Fashion

Overview

Position Summary...

Develops category modular assortments and design layouts by developing and validating the category purchase decision hierarchy tree working with buyers to align modular development with overall category strategy determining clusters of stores based on similar selling patterns reviewing effectiveness of previous modular creating predominant modular assortment and design layouts for categories overseeing others in modifying predominant modular assortment and design layout based on individual store needs and overseeing the process and accuracy of modular execution.

Manages the creation of modular cluster variations based on the modular layout template assortment strategy and merchandising rules by analyzing optimal item assortments maintaining modular layout design recommending alternate solutions when design integrity is compromised preparing reports for use in the modular walkthrough and developing the modular cover letter detailing strategy and execution instructions. Implements strategic opportunities for multiple categories in the design and development of category modulars by reviewing internal and external data sources compiling multiple data sources identifying product and customer trends within categories comparing Walmart and competitor data and determining market gaps.

Manages modular relay process for assigned category by identifying priorities deadlines and expectations carrying out tasks communicating progress to management collaborating with cross functional teams and external partners to ensure completion of modular milestones according to timeline organizing and participating in modular meetings determining and recommending ways to address improvement opportunities and escalating areas of opportunity throughout the relay process to ensure effective process management with internal and external partners.

Manages validation team by overseeing audits of store merchandisable designs ensuring effective controls in design scope and prototype processes maintaining and updating a central database of store merchandisable space fixtures equipment signage and design layouts coordinating with other business areas regarding corrections to merchandise designs and measuring merchandise design accuracy and reporting it to executives. Coordinates completes and oversees job related activities and assignments by developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders supporting plans and initiatives to meet customer and business needs identifying and communicating goals and objectives building accountability for and measuring progress in achieving results identifying and addressing improvement opportunities and demonstrating adaptability and promoting continuous learning.

• Provides supervision and development opportunities for associates by hiring and training mentoring assigning duties providing recognition and promoting a belonging mindset in the workplace.
• Ensures compliance with company policies and procedures and supports company mission values and standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans utilizing and supporting the Open Door Policy and providing direction and guidance on applying these in executing business processes and practices.
• Behaviors and expectations aligned with Walmart values, fostering a culture of belonging, integrity, and customer/member focus.
• Actively serves customers and members by delivering results with an omnimerchant mindset and an Every Day Low Cost approach.
• Leads talent development and fosters a productive, inclusive team environment through coaching, feedback, and recognition.

Additional responsibilities include managing cross-functional collaboration, ensuring a high standard of design accuracy, and driving continuous improvement in modular processes.

Minimum Qualifications

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Design, Marketing, Mathematics, or related field and 2 years’ experience in retail, replenishment, supplier sales, finance, or related area OR 4…