Divisional Private Brand Manager--Ladies

Details: Category:  Merchandising Shopko is growing and we are looking for dynamic, results-driven professionals to join our Private Brand Development Team.A career with Shopko provides you with opportunity to grow professionally and the autonomy to use your ideas to make an immediate impact.Company Profile:Shopko has been providing name-brand & value apparel, home decor, family basics, and seasonal merchandise along with pharmacy and optometric services for nearly 50 years.In early 2012, we announced the merger of Pamida with Shopko, growing Shopko to a $3 Billion company with almost 19,000 teammates. Now we are able to reach more customers in more states than ever before. We have nearly 350 stores in 21 states throughout the Midwest, Mountain, Pacific Northwest, and Southern regions. Shopko continues to grow, while still maintaining a hometown feel in our small to mid-sized city markets. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: The primary responsibilities of the Divisional Private Brand Manager are to drive the profitable growth of the Ladies sportswear and active apparel private brand businesses through innovative, trend correct and competitively differentiated product exceeding our customer’s expectations for value and style. Lead and direct the product development team in the development of apparel product for each of our private brands. Collaborate with the merchants to develop the strategic direction and lifestyle-appropriate private brand assortments. Ensure that the communication between all cross functional participants is open, efficient, timely and accurate.REQUIRED: • B.S. or B.A. in marketing, business management or equivalent work experience.• 5 plus yrs in product management or buying.• Proficient working knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint software programs on computers.• Strong written and verbal communication skills.• Strong presentation skills required• Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines• Excellent organizational skills• Highly motivated and driven self starter with professional career attitude and desire to grow within the position and the company• Overseas travel requiredShopko offers a professional team-oriented work environment, career advancement opportunities, competitive wages, & a comprehensive benefits package!If you are interested in this opportunity, please complete a candidate profile at www.shopko.com.Shopko is an Equal Opportunity Employer functioning under an Affirmative Action Plan m/f/d/v.*CB* *IND2012*

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