Merchandising Manager Jobs in Arizona
Merchandising Manager jobs in Arizona are active and growing, with strong demand concentrated in retail, consumer goods, and distribution across the Phoenix metro, Tucson, and Scottsdale. Major employers with a sustained Arizona footprint include Walmart, PetSmart, and Bashas' Supermarkets, all of which staff merchandising managers at multiple levels from store-level coordinators to regional directors. The most in-demand specializations right now are planogram execution, category management, and omnichannel retail strategy. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Manager, Data Science – Merchandising Category Analytics
Global Data & Analytics | Alimentation Couche-Tard
Location: Charlotte, NC
JOIN OUR TEAM! At Circle K, our mission is simple: to make our customers’ lives a little easier every day. You may have already stopped for coffee, refueling your car, or eating something on the go. Then, you know what Circle K is. Since the opening of a first store in Laval, Québec, our parent company, Alimentation Couche-Tard has never ceased to grow. We have grown into a successful global company with over 17,300 stores in 29 countries, serving almost 8.5 million customers every day. In total, more than 146,000 people work in our stores and offices. We make journeys easier by offering fast and friendly service. We care about our people and our communities, and we look for ways to uplift people first. Wherever your journey’s going, we can help you get there. Are you ready to grow your career? Let's grow together!
The Role
We are seeking an innovative, dynamic Data Science Manager to lead Data Science, Machine Learning, and AI initiatives for Merchandising Category Analytics. As a key leader within the Global Data & Analytics team, you will partner with Merchandising, Category Intelligence & Enablement (CIE), and Technology teams to translate strategic priorities into scalable, data-driven solutions that improve decisions and business performance.
The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, commercial acumen, product thinking, and strong people leadership. You will lead a high-performing team of data scientists, analysts, and machine learning engineers, taking solutions from opportunity identification through deployment, adoption, and measurable value realization.
What you’ll do
Strategy and Business Partnership- Shape the Data Science and AI portfolio: Develop and execute initiatives aligned with merchandising and enterprise priorities.
- Partner with business leaders: Work with Merchandising and CIE leaders to identify high-value opportunities, define business problems, and translate needs into analytics and AI solutions.
- Influence decisions: Present actionable insights and recommendations to senior leaders to shape business strategy and strengthen value realization.
Solution Delivery and Innovation
- Lead solution development: Guide the design and deployment of scalable solutions across pricing, assortment, promotions, forecasting, experimentation, optimization, customer insights, and category performance.
- Advance AI and ML innovation: Evaluate and apply emerging capabilities, including generative AI and AI agents, to improve merchandising decisions and productivity.
- Ensure end-to-end delivery: Lead initiatives from data discovery and experimentation through production deployment, adoption, governance, and value realization.
- Scale capabilities: Establish reusable methodologies, frameworks, and MLOps practices that enable solutions to scale across categories and business areas.
Leadership, Governance, and Value
- Measure business value: Define success metrics and demonstrate the measurable impact of Data Science, ML, and AI investments.
- Lead and develop talent: Coach and develop data scientists and analysts while fostering technical excellence, innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
- Collaborate across Data & Analytics and Technology: Partner with CIE, Data Engineering, Data Products, and Technology teams to deliver scalable, governed solutions aligned with enterprise standards.
- Champion responsible AI: Promote strong practices for model governance, explainability, data quality, privacy, and responsible AI adoption.
What you’ll need
Education and Experience- Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related quantitative discipline; an advanced business degree is an asset.
- At least eight years of experience in Data Science, Machine Learning, Advanced Analytics, or a related field, including three or more years in leadership roles delivering large-scale initiatives.
Technical Expertise
- Strong knowledge of exploratory and descriptive analytics, hypothesis testing, A/B testing, experiment design, and Agile development practices.
- Proficiency in Python, SQL, and R, with hands-on experience using cloud data platforms such as Azure, Snowflake, or Databricks.
- Working knowledge of data engineering workflows, including ETL, batch and real-time processing, model deployment, MLOps, and version control.
Leadership and Business Capabilities
- Strong commercial mindset and demonstrated ability to translate data, analytics, and AI/ML insights into clear decisions, strategies, and business outcomes.
- Proven experience in talent acquisition, team development, coaching, and mentoring.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to audiences at all levels and influence senior leaders across geographies.
- Demonstrated success collaborating with cross-functional partners, including Data Engineering, Architecture, and Data Cloud Platform teams.
- Ability to prioritize multiple initiatives, communicate timelines clearly, and drive work proactively to completion.
- Adaptability, curiosity, and a commitment to continuous learning across business and technology domains.
Success in This Role
Success will be measured by the ability to connect merchandising strategy with Data Science, ML, and AI capabilities; deliver scalable solutions with measurable business impact; and build a high-performing data science organization.
Circle K is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (the ADA) and all state and local disability laws. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the ADA and certain state or local laws as long as it does not impose an undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company’s Human Resources Representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.
Click below to review information about our company's use of the federal E-Verify program to check work eligibility:
In English
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Manager, Data Science – Merchandising Category Analytics
Global Data & Analytics | Alimentation Couche-Tard
Location: Charlotte, NC
JOIN OUR TEAM! At Circle K, our mission is simple: to make our customers’ lives a little easier every day. You may have already stopped for coffee, refueling your car, or eating something on the go. Then, you know what Circle K is. Since the opening of a first store in Laval, Québec, our parent company, Alimentation Couche-Tard has never ceased to grow. We have grown into a successful global company with over 17,300 stores in 29 countries, serving almost 8.5 million customers every day. In total, more than 146,000 people work in our stores and offices. We make journeys easier by offering fast and friendly service. We care about our people and our communities, and we look for ways to uplift people first. Wherever your journey’s going, we can help you get there. Are you ready to grow your career? Let's grow together!
The Role
We are seeking an innovative, dynamic Data Science Manager to lead Data Science, Machine Learning, and AI initiatives for Merchandising Category Analytics. As a key leader within the Global Data & Analytics team, you will partner with Merchandising, Category Intelligence & Enablement (CIE), and Technology teams to translate strategic priorities into scalable, data-driven solutions that improve decisions and business performance.
The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, commercial acumen, product thinking, and strong people leadership. You will lead a high-performing team of data scientists, analysts, and machine learning engineers, taking solutions from opportunity identification through deployment, adoption, and measurable value realization.
What you’ll do
Strategy and Business Partnership- Shape the Data Science and AI portfolio: Develop and execute initiatives aligned with merchandising and enterprise priorities.
- Partner with business leaders: Work with Merchandising and CIE leaders to identify high-value opportunities, define business problems, and translate needs into analytics and AI solutions.
- Influence decisions: Present actionable insights and recommendations to senior leaders to shape business strategy and strengthen value realization.
Solution Delivery and Innovation
- Lead solution development: Guide the design and deployment of scalable solutions across pricing, assortment, promotions, forecasting, experimentation, optimization, customer insights, and category performance.
- Advance AI and ML innovation: Evaluate and apply emerging capabilities, including generative AI and AI agents, to improve merchandising decisions and productivity.
- Ensure end-to-end delivery: Lead initiatives from data discovery and experimentation through production deployment, adoption, governance, and value realization.
- Scale capabilities: Establish reusable methodologies, frameworks, and MLOps practices that enable solutions to scale across categories and business areas.
Leadership, Governance, and Value
- Measure business value: Define success metrics and demonstrate the measurable impact of Data Science, ML, and AI investments.
- Lead and develop talent: Coach and develop data scientists and analysts while fostering technical excellence, innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
- Collaborate across Data & Analytics and Technology: Partner with CIE, Data Engineering, Data Products, and Technology teams to deliver scalable, governed solutions aligned with enterprise standards.
- Champion responsible AI: Promote strong practices for model governance, explainability, data quality, privacy, and responsible AI adoption.
What you’ll need
Education and Experience- Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related quantitative discipline; an advanced business degree is an asset.
- At least eight years of experience in Data Science, Machine Learning, Advanced Analytics, or a related field, including three or more years in leadership roles delivering large-scale initiatives.
Technical Expertise
- Strong knowledge of exploratory and descriptive analytics, hypothesis testing, A/B testing, experiment design, and Agile development practices.
- Proficiency in Python, SQL, and R, with hands-on experience using cloud data platforms such as Azure, Snowflake, or Databricks.
- Working knowledge of data engineering workflows, including ETL, batch and real-time processing, model deployment, MLOps, and version control.
Leadership and Business Capabilities
- Strong commercial mindset and demonstrated ability to translate data, analytics, and AI/ML insights into clear decisions, strategies, and business outcomes.
- Proven experience in talent acquisition, team development, coaching, and mentoring.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to audiences at all levels and influence senior leaders across geographies.
- Demonstrated success collaborating with cross-functional partners, including Data Engineering, Architecture, and Data Cloud Platform teams.
- Ability to prioritize multiple initiatives, communicate timelines clearly, and drive work proactively to completion.
- Adaptability, curiosity, and a commitment to continuous learning across business and technology domains.
Success in This Role
Success will be measured by the ability to connect merchandising strategy with Data Science, ML, and AI capabilities; deliver scalable solutions with measurable business impact; and build a high-performing data science organization.
Circle K is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (the ADA) and all state and local disability laws. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the ADA and certain state or local laws as long as it does not impose an undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company’s Human Resources Representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.
Click below to review information about our company's use of the federal E-Verify program to check work eligibility:
In English
In Spanish
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What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in merchandising manager jobs across Arizona.
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, retail management, or a related field
- Three or more years of merchandising or retail buying experience
- Proficiency with planogram software and space planning tools such as JDA or Apollo
- Demonstrated ability to analyze sales data and translate insights into floor strategies
- Experience collaborating with vendors, buyers, and store operations teams
- Strong project management skills and ability to meet seasonal reset deadlines
Merchandising Manager Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a merchandising manager in Arizona?
Most merchandising manager roles in Arizona require a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or retail management, though some employers accept equivalent experience in lieu of a degree. Arizona does not require a state-issued license for this role. The typical path moves from associate or assistant merchandiser positions into management, often within Arizona's large retail and distribution employers. Earning a category management certification from the Category Management Association can strengthen a candidate's profile with Arizona's major grocery and big-box retailers.
How much do merchandising managers make in Arizona?
Merchandising managers in Arizona earn a median of about $145,690 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,510 for the lowest 10% to over $255,220 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire merchandising managers in Arizona?
Companies currently hiring merchandising managers in Arizona include Dollar Tree, Gap, and Express, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Arizona's concentration of retail headquarters and regional distribution operations, particularly in the greater Phoenix area, creates consistent demand from both national chains and regional grocery and consumer goods companies.
Which Arizona cities have the most merchandising manager jobs?
Mesa, Tempe, and Tucson account for the largest share of merchandising manager openings in Arizona. Phoenix drives the most volume as the state's dominant retail and corporate hub, home to several regional retail headquarters and large distribution centers, while Tucson and Scottsdale contribute openings tied to regional grocery chains, specialty retail, and consumer brands with southwestern operations.
How can I get hired as a merchandising manager in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a retail associate or visual merchandising coordinator role at one of Arizona's large retailers, such as Walmart, Target, or Fry's Food Stores, where internal promotion into merchandising management is common. PetSmart, headquartered in Phoenix, runs structured development programs that advance store-level employees into category and merchandising roles. Building competency in planogram software and completing a category management certification can accelerate the move from an entry-level retail position into a junior merchandising manager title.
Where can I find and apply to merchandising manager jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to merchandising manager jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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