SharkNinja is looking to drive strategic vision, planning, and execution of all in-store merchandising initiatives across the U.S. and Canadian retail landscape to enhance brand visibility, maximize retail presence, and accelerate conversion at the point of sale.
Requirements
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with retail execution platforms and merchandising software tools
- Data-driven with proven experience in performance measurement and ROI optimization
- Deep understanding of retail environments, shopper behavior, and merchandising strategies
- Proven success in leading merchandising programs across North American markets, including both the U.S. and Canada
- Experience partnering with major North American retailers (e.g., Walmart, Target, Costco, Best Buy, Home Depot, Lowes, CTC, Sephora, Ulta etc.)
Responsibilities
- Develop and lead the North American trade merchandising strategy aligned with brand, commercial, and retailer-specific objectives.
- Translate brand campaigns into in-store experiences that drive incremental sales and long-term brand equity.
- Lead the development of merchandising programs for both innovation launches and core SKUs, with focus on impact and scalability.
- Serve as the key merchandising liaison with top national and regional retailers across the U.S. and Canada.
- Partner with sales teams to pitch and secure incremental in-store opportunities, including off-shelf displays, seasonal placements, and endcap takeovers.
- Build collaborative partnerships with retailer marketing teams to co-develop merchandising programs.
- Define KPIs and track performance of merchandising activities against commercial and brand goals.
Other
- 15+ years of experience in trade marketing, retail merchandising, or CPG sales with progressive leadership responsibility
- Strong leadership and stakeholder management abilities
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Strategic, visionary thinker with a hands-on approach to execution
- Agile and adaptable in a fast-paced, evolving market
