RETAIL MERCHANDISING MANAGER – CORPORATE

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Job Details

Job Location
Corporate Headquarters – Seattle, WA

Position Type
Full-Time

Salary Range
$78000.00 – $95000.00 Salary/year

Job Shift
Day (8:00AM to 4:00PM)

Description

About Us: Uwajimaya is more than just a grocery store – we’re a vibrant cultural destination with a rich history rooted in family, community, and food. Since 1928, we’ve grown into the Pacific Northwest’s premier Asian retailer, known for our wide selection, welcoming atmosphere, and commitment to sharing the diverse traditions of Asian cultures. We take pride in creating a one-of-a-kind experience for customers and employees alike – one that’s centered around food, culture, and people.

Why Join Uwajimaya?

At Uwajimaya, we believe in nurturing growth – in our communities, our customers, and our team members. We foster an environment built on collaboration, curiosity, and care. Whether you’re starting your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find opportunities to make a meaningful impact in a workplace that values tradition, innovation, and connection.

Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for team members who are collaborative, thoughtful, and passionate about making a difference. Whether you’re serving customers, supporting operations, or leading a team, you bring a people-first mindset and a strong work ethic. If you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and believe in the power of inclusion, community, and connection – you’ll feel right at home here.

To thrive at Uwajimaya, you should embody our core competencies:

• Functional/Technical Skills: You possess the necessary functional and technical knowledge to perform your job at a high level.
• Customer Focus: You are dedicated to meeting customer expectations and requirements, using feedback for improvements, and building effective relationships based on trust and respect.
• Action Oriented: You enjoy working hard, are full of energy for challenging tasks, and seize opportunities with minimal planning.
• Peer Relationships: You can find common ground with peers, solve problems collaboratively, and are seen as a cooperative team player who encourages collaboration.
• Self-Development: You are committed to continuous self-improvement, adapt to different situations, and work to develop your strengths while addressing weaknesses.

We offer:

• A flexible, inclusive, and friendly work culture
• Competitive starting wages
• Paid holidays from day one
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits
• A generous retirement plan
• Paid time off, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Employee discounts on food and gift items
• Supplemental insurance options
• Opportunities for growth and advancement

Position Summary:

The Retail Merchandising Manager plays a pivotal role in connecting corporate strategies with in-store execution at Uwajimaya. This individual contributor position is responsible for leading and coordinating merchandising initiatives across all store locations, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and a high standard of visual presentation.Working closely with Category Management, Marketing, and Store Operations teams, the Merchandising Manager develops store-facing plans, drives the implementation of company merchandising standards, and shapes the customer experience through thoughtful presentation. This role requires regular presence at both the corporate office and in stores, partnering with Store Directors, Assistant Store Directors, and Department Managers to align goals, drive performance, and elevate execution.

Position’s Key Responsibilities:

• Own and coordinate store merchandising efforts, including end caps, satellite displays, and runway usage, ensuring full alignment with company standards and goals.
• Lead the planning and execution of merchandising strategies for special events and bi-weekly advertisements (ADs), ensuring timely implementation and optimal product visibility to drive sales.
• Assist stores with the implementation of Planograms and reset coordination, ensuring consistency across locations.
• Ensure marketing materials, signage, and layouts are implemented correctly with brand alignment across all locations.
• Serve as a key liaison between store teams and corporate departments (Category Management and Marketing) to facilitate clear communication, timely execution, and cross-functional alignment.
• Support category managers with in-store merchandising of key assortment areas and adjacencies.
• Monitor and support marketing and merchandising compliance in stores; provide guidance and feedback to Assistant Store Directors and Store Directors as needed.
• Support the Director of Retail Operations with special projects and initiatives related to merchandising and retail presentation.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Category Management teams to help shape signage and marketing standards-providing input on structure, clarity, and placement to improve customer navigation and overall in-store experience.
• Other duties as assigned.

Starting Pay: $78,000 annually, Depending on Experience + Bonus Opportunity: Target of 10% of base salary
Salary Range: $78,000 – $95,000 annually

Uwajimaya participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. Please review the E-Verify Participation Poster and Right to Work Poster before proceeding with your application

IER Right to Work Poster (English/Spanish) (PDF, 322.73 KB)

E-Verify Participation Poster (English/Spanish) (PDF, 259.92 KB)

Uwajimaya is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Qualifications

Position Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience in merchandising, preferably in retail, grocery, or marketing.
• Familiarity with Asian food and merchandise; knowledge of Asian products strongly preferred.
• Reliable transportation and flexibility to travel to store locations as needed.
• Japanese language skills a plus.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with store leadership and corporate teams.
• Experience with Planograms and visual merchandising standards.
• Meticulous attention to detail in product placement, signage, and promotional execution.
• Experience training or coaching store staff on merchandising standards.
• Customer-first mindset with a passion for enhancing the in-store shopping experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and internet-based tools.