Description
About Us
Lolli & Pops and Hammonds Candies are two iconic confectionery brands dedicated to creating delightful, high-quality sweets that bring joy to our customers. As we integrate our operations following a recent acquisition, we’re building a dynamic, results-driven team focused on growth, innovation, and delivering an exceptional experience across all channels—retail, wholesale, and eCommerce.
Role Overview
We are seeking a
Sr. Merchandise Manager to join our Merchandising team with responsibility for the
Bulk division. This omni-channel role will manage both
retail and eCommerce assortments (including LolliandPops.com), with
full P&L accountability over sales, margin, and inventory turn. Reporting to the
VP of Merchandising, this individual will be instrumental in identifying product trends, building compelling assortments, and driving business results in a fast-paced and creative environment.
Key Responsibilities
Assortment Strategy & Category Leadership
- Develop and execute the assortment strategy for key categories across retail and digital platforms.
- Source and curate unique, trend-forward products to ensure a differentiated, compelling assortment.
- Analyze business performance and social trends to fill assortment gaps and seize opportunities.
Vendor & Supplier Management
- Build and maintain strong vendor relationships; seek out new and emerging supplier partners.
- Negotiate costing, terms, and vendor support for marketing campaigns, tastings, and seasonal events.
- Collaborate with Supply Chain on order decisions and vendor forecasting.
Product Performance & Planning
- Lead seasonal planning and product selection for key holidays and moments.
- Evaluate all product launches; provide forecasts, insights, and recommendations to optimize success.
- Monitor sales, margin, and turn metrics; adjust buys and pricing as needed to meet targets.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Planning, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Operations teams to ensure successful product rollout and execution.
- Coordinate with Marketing and Store Ops on signage, fixture needs, and promotional campaigns.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in a merchandising or buying role; candy or CPG industry experience is a plus
- Brick & mortar retail experience required
- eCommerce buying experience required; Shopify Plus experience preferred
- Strong analytical and strategic skills; highly data-driven decision maker
- Self-starter, fast learner, thrives in an ambiguous and evolving environment
- Exceptional organization and attention to detail
- Ability to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines
- Highly proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Suite
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a beloved national brand at an exciting moment of growth
- Help shape the future of a curated and joyful product assortment
- Competitive compensation, benefits, and a dynamic team culture
Compensation
The expected starting pay range for this position is $75,000-95,000 per year. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and equity.
Lolli & Pops is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state or local laws and ordinances. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law
