Merchandise
Marketing

Careers After FIDM

Buyer

The buyer is responsible for maximizing sales and profitability for a set area of business. Develops and implements the business strategy including analysis and reacting to fashion trends, selecting of merchandise and the promotion and selling of the goods. The buyer also provides support and works in close conjunction with store management.

Merchandise Planner & Allocator

Uses strong computer, math, and problem-solving skills to support the company's objectives, identify store trends, develop financial plans and forecast future merchandise needs. This person is responsible for the planning, distributing and monitoring of inventory level, by location, to ensure the maximization of sales.

District Manager

Responsible for overseeing a group of stores in a geographic area based on retailer's demographics. This person plays a lead role in generating sales and profitability of the territory. Additional responsibilities include overseeing consistent store standards, creating enticing shopping experiences, motivating and recognizing top talent within the division.

Store Manager

This fast-paced career brings a variety of day-to-day responsibilities in a department or specialty store, including development of people, regular communication with buyers and district personnel, overseeing operations and maximizing sales and operating profit.

Account Executive

Works as the liaison between the manufacturer and the buyer. Is responsible for maintaining multiple retail accounts on behalf of the manufacturer, showing the line to the buyers and maintaining the showroom. Additionally, this person assists the buyer to maximize profitability, maintain proper inventory levels and the promotion of the line.

Merchandise Coordinator

Uses strong visual presentation skills to merchandise the product line at the store level on behalf of the manufacturer and serve as a direct line of communication between the account executive, buyer and retail outlet.