Merchandising Manager

Stanton Carpet is the leading designer and supplier of decorative high quality self-branded carpet, custom fabricated rugs and hard surfaces. Stanton sells its products across the mid to high end residential as well as decorative commercial marketplaces. Stanton is rated #1 Favorite Area Rug Manufacturer for Style, Quality & Service and Top 5 Favorite Carpet Manufacturer among our customers in Floor Focus magazine. Stanton Design is the lead supplier of high-quality, self-branded carpet, custom-fabricated rugs, and hard-surface flooring. Serving the mid- to high-end residential marketplace, Stanton primarily sells its product through retail partners across the United States and Canada. Recognized as a top supplier for Style, Quality, and Service by Floor Focus magazine, Stanton's success is driven by a highly engaged, performance-oriented team. We are seeking a Merchandising Manager to join our Calhoun GA team. The Merchandising Manager manages the end-to-end lifecycle of physical in-store merchandising systems - fixtures, displays, and sample programs - alongside soft surface product lines. This role bridges the gap between creative strategy, financial planning, and operational execution to ensure that merchandising initiatives drive profitable growth and deliver a best-in-class customer experience. Responsibilities Include: (but not limited to):Strategy & Conceptualization Develop and implement a comprehensive merchandising strategy aligned with overall business goals. Conduct market research and trend analysis to identify customer preferences and competitive landscapes. Develop Point of Purchase (POP) physical materials and visual concepts with marketing that accompany new product launches. Financial Planning & Procurement Negotiate pricing and handle formal contracts for all merchandising and display materials. Partner with the Finance department to ensure all initiatives align with established budgets and financial forecasts. Manage the RFQ (Request for Quote) process and maintain strong relationships with domestic and international suppliers. Manage the end-to-end production workflow with display vendors. Development, Sampling & Production Facilitate the prototype production process with vendors to ensure design intent and quality standards. In conjunction with the Inventory and Samples departments, oversee sample board production, including: labeling, quantity determination, and ordering. Inspect and provide final approval for merchandising designs before they move into full-scale production. Proof order forms and new product introduction (NPI) sell sheets for accuracy. Deployment & Stakeholder Communication Provide regular communication updates to the Commercial team regarding display delivery timelines and logistics coordination. Spearhead all merchandising coordination and layout design for Trade Shows (Surfaces, CCA Global, Abbey/FTG) and Special Events. Partner with the Operations team to manage the physical build-out of booth spaces and large-scale convention displays. Create and distribute finalized display sell sheets (subject to SVP approval). Performance Analysis & Optimization Analyze SKU productivity and sales performance metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of current merchandising strategies. Advise on product lifecycle decisions, including product introductions, continuations, and discontinuations. Recommend product line rationalization and assortment planning to maximize profitability and reduce complexity. Manage display re-designs, expansions, and improvements based on field feedback and sales data. Qualifications Include: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Merchandising, or related field. 5+ years of experience in product management or merchandising within flooring or home décor. Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and Tableau for SKU productivity reporting. Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multifaceted timelines and vendor contracts. Superior communication skills to bridge Finance, Operations, Sales, and Suppliers.