Job Summary:

Responsible for overall title assortment and sell-through for designated categories. Develops and executes merchandise strategies to achieve category sales and profit plans.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage & develop book event program.
• Manage & develop book category sign program in coordination with national retail sign program.
• Manage & develop customer incentive programs.
• Create planograms and other merchandising tools as necessary.
• Develop publisher promotional opportunities.
• Work with publishers and suppliers to review opportunities.
• Review sales information on a periodic basis to achieve maximum profitability for marketing programs.
• Communicate merchandise strategies and results effectively within the book department and the overall company.
• Review & select product in designated categories.

Knowledge, Skill and Ability:

• 3+ years multi-store marketing &/or buying experience
• Computer proficiency minimum: Desktop Publishing, Powerpoint, Excel and Word
• Excellent analytical and planning skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Understanding of reading material industry
• Must be willing to work in a fast paced environment
• History of creative contribution in the workplace

Education and Experience:

• College degree
• Background in bookselling