Associate Product Merchant


Job Details

Family Farm and Home is a family owned and operated company based out of Michigan. Our first stores opened their doors in April 2002. Currently we operate 71 retail locations in Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Maryland and Pennsylvania . We cater to our customers' needs by supplying a wide variety of products in departments such as tools, hardware, automotive, pet, work and casual clothing, footwear, farm supplies, horse and livestock feed, bird food, lawn and garden, and alternative heating.

Here at Family Farm and Home, our outstanding team members are dedicated to providing incredible product values and exceptional customer service to all customers. Because of this commitment, Family Farm and Home has experienced rapid growth on all levels. Our continued growth in the future is limitless due to our devoted staff and constantly growing group of loyal customers. Are YOU ready to join the FFH Family?

Associate Product Merchant

The Associate Product Merchant will serve as a key member of the Family Farm & Home merchandising team supporting and partnering in all core functions including assortment, pricing, customer experience, and marketing. An opportunity to work in a fast paced and innovative environment with opportunities to learn and grow while making a meaningful impact every single day.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities, include but are not limited to:

  • Promote Family Farm & Home mission statement and family values.
  • Assist the merchandising team in developing balanced assortments focused on the lifestyle needs of the Family Farm & Home Customer.
  • Assist the merchandising team in strategically managing pricing with a focus on maximizing profitability and providing value for the Family Farm & Home Customer.
  • Assist the merchandising team in developing a best in class customer experience through in-store merchandising and website content management.
  • Assist the merchandising team in developing advertising plans that drive profitable sales while utilizing all marketing channels.
  • Assist the merchandising team in driving costs out of the business through a commitment to vendor negotiation and strategic purchasing.
  • Partner with the inventory team to maximize return on investment through strategic inventory management.
  • Serve as a business owner and diligently manage the financials of an assigned category.
  • Work cross functionally with key internal partners to manage timelines and move merchandising projects forward.


Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree; or equivalent retail experience required.
  • 1-5 years of experience in a retail inventory or merchandising role.
  • 2+ years of experience in the retail industry.
  • Enthusiasm, Initiative and passion for retail.
  • Confidence in negotiation, networking, and building relationships.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask and stay organized.
  • Office computer skills; able to learn company systems and tools, preference for Microsoft application experience.


At Family Farm and Home it is our mission to build a family dedicated to providing exceptional service, products, and prices, focused on fulfilling the lifestyle needs of our customers who aspire to live, work, and grow like we do.





 Family Farm and Home

 04/24/2024

 Muskegon,MI