JOB SUMMARY:

The role partners with the Merchants to ensure execution of omni product decisions and acts as an analytical and strategic resource in delivering against the product category strategy. This role will actively review categories, provide analytical support, and provide recommendations and ideas for sales and margin growth. As it relates to Merchandising, the role acts as the primary point of contact for the merchants, vendors, stores, online business and all internal support communities; providing support and input based on knowledge of the category and all selling channels. This role will collaborate with the internal teams on new item set-up and maintenance, assist with new vendor setup and ensure the accuracy of cost and stocking information.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drives the planning, preparations and execution of key business activities in partnership with the Merchant/Online Merchant; inclusive of developing & organizing product insights, performance metrics and presentations (i.e. Vendor Forum, Shark Tank, RVP Walks, Product Line Reviews)
• Proactively review and analyze store & online category performance and provide recommendations to improve product profitability & optimization.
• Creates and provides reporting based on data, metrics and analysis to make a recommendation as requested by the merchant to gain insights on product or category performance both in-store and online.
• Support Merchant in Product Line Reviews by compiling financial targets and partnering with internal teams in the successful execution of the line review.
• Provide reporting and recommendations on inventory by analyzing and identifying opportunities to drive the inventory health of the business.
• Supports the Merchant to prepare for vendor negotiations and partner in on-going support of the negotiation process.
• Develop and maintain a strong partnership and act as a point of contact for the merchants, vendors, stores, online business and all internal support communities.
• Collaborate with the internal teams on new item set-up and maintenance, assist with new vendor setup and maintenance.
• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of product data within Lowe’s designated software systems to ensure all product costs, vendor agreements and stocking information is accurate.
• Conduct content reviews to ensure new assortments, planograms, item descriptions and product specifications are correct for both in-store and online; partnering with appropriate support teams to ensure protocols & standards are followed.
• Partner with cross-functional teams in resolving vendor or product concerns communicated by stakeholders (ex - online purchase orders, Executive Customer Support issues or in-store product concerns).
• Ensure promotional activity for category is accurate and aligns to agreed upon strategy and timelines.
• Maintains a working knowledge of all Lowe’s policies and procedures as well as industry standards and compliance needs for assigned product areas.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree required in business, analytics or related field OR equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience
• 2 years experience in retail or merchandising
• Strong base of analytical skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and MS office
• Ability to be organized and capability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Approaches problems with curiosity and is solution oriented
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral
• Capability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

About Lowe's

Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 17 million customer transactions a week in the U.S. With total fiscal year 2022 sales of over $97 billion, approximately $92 billion of sales were generated in the U.S., where Lowe's operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing and helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts. For more information, visit Lowes.com.

EEO Statement

Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.

Please note, the ideal candidate for this role will need to be located in a commutable distance from our corporate office in Mooresville, NC or be open to relocation, as eligible.

Job Summary:

Key Responsibilities:

• Assists in providing insights, competitive intelligence, and data driven recommendations to the
manager of his/her assigned area
• Assists in providing the data and insights necessary to evaluate activities within their assigned area
through in-depth research and related quantitative analyses
• Builds reports using data tools like Adobe Analytics
• Identifies opportunities for improvement
• Supports meetings with Online and Core Merchants to deliver insights to guide future strategies,
tactics, or activities
• Works as a member of a larger team
• Analyze data from Adobe and other reporting suite to inform decisioning
• Executes tactical plans to address observed customer opportunities

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED

• 1 year of experience in retail or Omni-Channel merchandising/marketing

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or related field (or equivalent work experience in related field)

• 2 years of experience in online retail

• Background in analytics, statistics, business planning and/or finance

About Lowe’s

Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 17 million customer transactions a week in the U.S. With total fiscal year 2022 sales of over $97 billion, approximately $92 billion of sales were generated in the U.S., where Lowe's operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing and helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts. For more information, visit Lowes.com.

EEO Statement

Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.

Pay Range for CA, CO, NJ, NY, WA: $56,400.00 - $94,000.00 annually

Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.

About Lowe's

Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 17 million customer transactions a week in the U.S. With total fiscal year 2022 sales of over $97 billion, approximately $92 billion of sales were generated in the U.S., where Lowe's operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing and helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts. For more information, visit Lowes.com.

EEO Statement

Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.

Pay Range for CA, CO, NJ, NY, WA: $56,400.00 - $94,000.00 annually

Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.

Job Summary

The Associate Merchant will assist the Merchant team with implementation and execution of product strategies that align with business objectives and financial goals. This role will support the merchant team through a variety of tasks, including business analysis, product review, vendor meetings, and execution of strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for specified portion of product assortments and groups

• Supports Merchant teams and executes tasks to deliver on strategic objectives

• Partners with leader and cross-functional partners to assist in building product assortment and lines for specified categories

• Analyze business trends and identify areas of opportunities and provide recommendations for improvements to the Merchant teams

• Helps manage relationships and facilitate vendor interactions working closely with Merchant/Sr. Merchant

• Builds and maintains strong understanding of the industry

• Partners for specific category tactics and execution

• May make product decisions for assigned product category groups

Required Qualifications

· 2 years of merchandising experience in retail or wholesale.

Preferred Qualifications

· Bachelors degree in Business, Merchandising or equivalent work experience in a related field

About Lowe’s

Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 17 million customer transactions a week in the U.S. With total fiscal year 2022 sales of over $97 billion, approximately $92 billion of sales were generated in the U.S., where Lowe's operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing and helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts. For more information, visit Lowes.com.

EEO Statement

Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.

Pay Range for CA, CO, NJ, NY, WA: $66,000.00 - $110,000.00 annually

Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.

JOB SUMMARY:

The role partners with the Merchants to ensure execution of omni product decisions and acts as an analytical and strategic resource in delivering against the product category strategy. This role will actively review categories, provide analytical support, and provide recommendations and ideas for sales and margin growth. As it relates to Merchandising, the role acts as the primary point of contact for the merchants, vendors, stores, online business and all internal support communities; providing support and input based on knowledge of the category and all selling channels. This role will collaborate with the internal teams on new item set-up and maintenance, assist with new vendor setup and ensure the accuracy of cost and stocking information.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drives the planning, preparations and execution of key business activities in partnership with the Merchant/Online Merchant; inclusive of developing & organizing product insights, performance metrics and presentations (i.e. Vendor Forum, Shark Tank, RVP Walks, Product Line Reviews)
• Proactively review and analyze store & online category performance and provide recommendations to improve product profitability & optimization.
• Creates and provides reporting based on data, metrics and analysis to make a recommendation as requested by the merchant to gain insights on product or category performance both in-store and online.
• Support Merchant in Product Line Reviews by compiling financial targets and partnering with internal teams in the successful execution of the line review.
• Provide reporting and recommendations on inventory by analyzing and identifying opportunities to drive the inventory health of the business.
• Supports the Merchant to prepare for vendor negotiations and partner in on-going support of the negotiation process.
• Develop and maintain a strong partnership and act as a point of contact for the merchants, vendors, stores, online business and all internal support communities.
• Collaborate with the internal teams on new item set-up and maintenance, assist with new vendor setup and maintenance.
• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of product data within Lowe’s designated software systems to ensure all product costs, vendor agreements and stocking information is accurate.
• Conduct content reviews to ensure new assortments, planograms, item descriptions and product specifications are correct for both in-store and online; partnering with appropriate support teams to ensure protocols & standards are followed.
• Partner with cross-functional teams in resolving vendor or product concerns communicated by stakeholders (ex - online purchase orders, Executive Customer Support issues or in-store product concerns).
• Ensure promotional activity for category is accurate and aligns to agreed upon strategy and timelines.
• Maintains a working knowledge of all Lowe’s policies and procedures as well as industry standards and compliance needs for assigned product areas.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree required in business, analytics or related field OR equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience
• 2 years experience in retail or merchandising
• Strong base of analytical skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and MS office
• Ability to be organized and capability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Approaches problems with curiosity and is solution oriented
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral
• Capability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

About Lowe's

Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 17 million customer transactions a week in the U.S. With total fiscal year 2022 sales of over $97 billion, approximately $92 billion of sales were generated in the U.S., where Lowe's operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing and helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts. For more information, visit Lowes.com.

EEO Statement

Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.