Merchandising Manager Jobs in Ohio
Merchandising Manager jobs in Ohio are consistently active across retail, consumer goods, and grocery chains, with demand at every level from category coordinator to senior director of merchandising. The heaviest hiring concentrates in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, where established employers like Kroger, Dollar Tree, and Abercrombie & Fitch maintain large merchandising teams. The most in-demand specialties in Ohio include planogram management, private-label assortment strategy, and omnichannel category management. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Open roles33
Top employerDollar Tree
Top cityCleveland, OH
Cities hiring29
Top credentialExperience equivalent to degree accepted
Companies hiring9
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Offline - Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager)
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American Eagle Outfitters
Offline - Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager)
Cincinnati, Ohio
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Digital Merchandising Manager
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Sherwin-Williams
Digital Merchandising Manager
Cleveland, Ohio
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Merchandising Assistant Manager
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Dollar Tree
Merchandising Assistant Manager
Hilliard, Ohio
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Merchandising Assistant Manager
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Dollar Tree
Merchandising Assistant Manager
Canton, Ohio
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Merchandising Assistant Manager
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Dollar Tree
Merchandising Assistant Manager
Milford, Ohio
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Offline - Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager)
American Eagle Outfitters·Cincinnati, Ohio
Job functions:
Job Description
YOUR ROLE
As the full-time Merchandising Team Leader, you are the Store Team Leader's "go-to" in developing and implementing the Merchandising strategy for the store. Your passion lies in training and coaching your team into great merchants delivering AEO brand Visual standards every day. Through your leadership, your team always nails floorset execution, and rocks merchandising and marketing brand standards. You ensure the store is always "guest ready" through effective replenishment. Most importantly, you represent our company values and bring your REAL self to work every day.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- You have a passion for driving sales: As a key LOD (Leader on Duty), you're an expert at driving sales by maximizing Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity and building guest loyalty through a best-in-class guest experience. You contribute to the overall financial success of the store by analyzing reporting and daily trends to make strategic business decisions. You're the Store Team Leader's right hand in developing short and long-term business plans to drive key KPIs.
- You're a merchandising innovator : You coach your team to deliver an outstanding guest experience by ensuring your store is always representative of AEO Brand Standards. You ensure your store stays in tip-top shape by #leading day-to-day merchandising, sell-through adjustments and replenishment. You have a keen eye for merchandising opportunities and are always ready with a game plan to take action!
- You're a people leader: You're all about motivating and inspiring your team through AEO's core values. You're a role-model leader and you always hold your team accountable to rocking AEO's customer service standards, especially on the Salesfloor and in the Fitting Room.
- You've got an eye for talent and a love of training: You make it a top priority to recruit and hire strong talent to ensure the store is always staffed to meet business needs. You take pride in training and developing your team to ensure they continue to provide outstanding service to the best of their abilities.
- You know that teamwork makes the dream work: You know that building a great team requires you to consistently provide ongoing performance feedback through real-time coaching. You make team touchbases, development plans, and performance reviews a priority and you drive associate engagement by celebrating your team's outstanding performance - #winning!
- You're an operational innovator : You're a natural at executing and innovating daily operational procedures, you support the team in maintaining visual standards throughout every zone in the store, and most importantly, you ensure the Fitting Rooms are always guest-ready and rocking AEO Brand Standards.
- Integrity is your middle name: You ensure store safety standards are maintained, you're committed to Asset Protection standards, you always adhere to AEO's policies and procedures, and you do the right thing - always.
YOU'D BE GREAT FOR THIS ROLE IF:
- You love AE and Aerie products!
- You've led teams in a retail management role previously - #practicemakesperfect!
- You can multi-task and have attention to detail; priority-setting and time management are your strong suits.
- You know how to lead and develop teams and have a general understanding of employment law.
- Business acumen? You've got it!
- You have flexible availability - you're available to work when the guest shops!
OUR ASSOCIATES LOVE AEO BECAUSE:
- They work with REAL people - there's nothing like your #AEOFamily.
- They're given opportunities for development, the chance to learn new skills, and are offered great potential for career advancement.
- They receive 40% off product at both AE & Aerie year-round (plus additional seasonal discounts with new Floorsets!)
- They participate in store contests for the chance to win FREE merchandise and other exclusive prizes.
OFFLINE™ by Aerie offers a complete collection of activewear and accessories made for real movement and real comfort. Built on the success of Aerie's leggings and sports bras, OFFLINE™'s unique take on an active lifestyle celebrates real life - when some days you feel like you can take on the world and other days you need that extra push to get off the couch. Our Real Good promise extends to the OFFLINE™ collections with some of our best-selling fleece, leggings and tees made with the planet in mind.
AEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity ("EEO") laws. AEO prohibits discrimination against associates and applicants for employment because of the individual's race or color, religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or partnership status, domestic violence or stalking victim status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This applies to all AEO activities, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, assignment, training, promotion, performance evaluation, discipline and discharge. AEO also provides reasonable accommodation of religion and disability in accordance with applicable law.
PAY/BENEFITS INFORMATION:
- Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
- Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.
- Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service. For additional information, please click HERE .
- AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.
Job Identification 33510
Job Category Stores
Posting Date 2026-10-02
Job Schedule Full time
Locations Cincinnati, OH, United States
American Eagle Outfitters
Offline - Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager)
Cincinnati, Ohio
New 7h ago
Job functions:
Job Description
YOUR ROLE
As the full-time Merchandising Team Leader, you are the Store Team Leader's "go-to" in developing and implementing the Merchandising strategy for the store. Your passion lies in training and coaching your team into great merchants delivering AEO brand Visual standards every day. Through your leadership, your team always nails floorset execution, and rocks merchandising and marketing brand standards. You ensure the store is always "guest ready" through effective replenishment. Most importantly, you represent our company values and bring your REAL self to work every day.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- You have a passion for driving sales: As a key LOD (Leader on Duty), you're an expert at driving sales by maximizing Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity and building guest loyalty through a best-in-class guest experience. You contribute to the overall financial success of the store by analyzing reporting and daily trends to make strategic business decisions. You're the Store Team Leader's right hand in developing short and long-term business plans to drive key KPIs.
- You're a merchandising innovator : You coach your team to deliver an outstanding guest experience by ensuring your store is always representative of AEO Brand Standards. You ensure your store stays in tip-top shape by #leading day-to-day merchandising, sell-through adjustments and replenishment. You have a keen eye for merchandising opportunities and are always ready with a game plan to take action!
- You're a people leader: You're all about motivating and inspiring your team through AEO's core values. You're a role-model leader and you always hold your team accountable to rocking AEO's customer service standards, especially on the Salesfloor and in the Fitting Room.
- You've got an eye for talent and a love of training: You make it a top priority to recruit and hire strong talent to ensure the store is always staffed to meet business needs. You take pride in training and developing your team to ensure they continue to provide outstanding service to the best of their abilities.
- You know that teamwork makes the dream work: You know that building a great team requires you to consistently provide ongoing performance feedback through real-time coaching. You make team touchbases, development plans, and performance reviews a priority and you drive associate engagement by celebrating your team's outstanding performance - #winning!
- You're an operational innovator : You're a natural at executing and innovating daily operational procedures, you support the team in maintaining visual standards throughout every zone in the store, and most importantly, you ensure the Fitting Rooms are always guest-ready and rocking AEO Brand Standards.
- Integrity is your middle name: You ensure store safety standards are maintained, you're committed to Asset Protection standards, you always adhere to AEO's policies and procedures, and you do the right thing - always.
YOU'D BE GREAT FOR THIS ROLE IF:
- You love AE and Aerie products!
- You've led teams in a retail management role previously - #practicemakesperfect!
- You can multi-task and have attention to detail; priority-setting and time management are your strong suits.
- You know how to lead and develop teams and have a general understanding of employment law.
- Business acumen? You've got it!
- You have flexible availability - you're available to work when the guest shops!
OUR ASSOCIATES LOVE AEO BECAUSE:
- They work with REAL people - there's nothing like your #AEOFamily.
- They're given opportunities for development, the chance to learn new skills, and are offered great potential for career advancement.
- They receive 40% off product at both AE & Aerie year-round (plus additional seasonal discounts with new Floorsets!)
- They participate in store contests for the chance to win FREE merchandise and other exclusive prizes.
OFFLINE™ by Aerie offers a complete collection of activewear and accessories made for real movement and real comfort. Built on the success of Aerie's leggings and sports bras, OFFLINE™'s unique take on an active lifestyle celebrates real life - when some days you feel like you can take on the world and other days you need that extra push to get off the couch. Our Real Good promise extends to the OFFLINE™ collections with some of our best-selling fleece, leggings and tees made with the planet in mind.
AEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity ("EEO") laws. AEO prohibits discrimination against associates and applicants for employment because of the individual's race or color, religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or partnership status, domestic violence or stalking victim status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This applies to all AEO activities, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, assignment, training, promotion, performance evaluation, discipline and discharge. AEO also provides reasonable accommodation of religion and disability in accordance with applicable law.
PAY/BENEFITS INFORMATION:
- Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
- Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.
- Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service. For additional information, please click HERE .
- AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.
Job Identification 33510
Job Category Stores
Posting Date 2026-10-02
Job Schedule Full time
Locations Cincinnati, OH, United States
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Find Merchandising Manager JobsMerchandising Manager Jobs by City in Ohio
Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Cleveland
3 jobsColumbus
2 jobsCincinnati
2 jobsLima
1 jobAkron
1 jobBerea
1 jobXenia
1 jobCanton
1 jobDayton
1 jobLorain
1 jobMilford
1 jobSunbury
1 jobBrooklyn
1 jobHilliard
1 jobEnglewood
1 jobKettering
1 jobLancaster
1 jobLyndhurst
1 jobMansfield
1 jobMassillon
1 jobPerrysburg
1 jobCanal Fulton
1 jobMayfield Hts
1 jobStrongsville
1 jobWest Chester
1 jobMaple Heights
1 jobSaint Bernard
1 jobNorth Royalton
1 jobHighland Heights
1 jobMerchandising Manager Job Market in Ohio
A snapshot from current Ohio openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Dollar Tree21
- American Eagle Outfitters3
- Aritzia2
- Serv-U-Success2
- Michaels1
What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in merchandising manager jobs across Ohio.
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, retail management, or a related field
- Three or more years of merchandising, category management, or buying experience
- Proficiency in planogram software such as JDA, Blue Yonder, or Apollo
- Demonstrated experience managing vendor relationships and negotiating purchase terms
- Ability to analyze sales data and translate insights into assortment decisions
- Strong project management skills with experience coordinating cross-functional retail teams
Merchandising Manager Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a merchandising manager in Ohio?
Most merchandising manager roles in Ohio require a bachelor's degree in marketing, business, retail management, or a related field, followed by several years of progressively responsible retail or category experience. Ohio does not issue a state-specific license or certification for this role. Candidates typically advance from buyer assistant, category analyst, or store planning roles, and earning a Certified Professional in Supply Management or a retail analytics credential from a recognized industry association can strengthen an application at larger Ohio employers.
How much do merchandising managers make in Ohio?
Merchandising managers in Ohio earn a median of about $135,510 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,190 for the lowest 10% to over $251,110 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire merchandising managers in Ohio?
Employers hiring merchandising managers in Ohio right now include Dollar Tree, American Eagle Outfitters, and Aritzia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Ohio's concentration of national retail headquarters and large grocery chains means local merchandising teams often operate with full category ownership rather than supporting a distant corporate office.
Which Ohio cities have the most merchandising manager jobs?
The cities with the most merchandising manager openings in Ohio are Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati. Columbus anchors the bulk of demand as home to major retail and consumer goods headquarters, while Cleveland and Cincinnati generate consistent openings through their large grocery, specialty retail, and distribution operations, and suburban corridors around each metro add additional volume from regional and national chains.
How can I get hired as a merchandising manager in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is landing a buyer assistant, merchandise coordinator, or category analyst role and building toward management from within. Kroger and Dollar Tree, both with large Ohio merchandising operations, regularly hire associates and coordinators who rotate through category teams as a pipeline into management. Retail management training programs at Ohio-based grocery and specialty chains also offer structured advancement tracks. Completing a planogram software certification or building a portfolio of assortment analysis projects can distinguish candidates who lack direct management tenure.
Where can I find and apply to merchandising manager jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to merchandising manager jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings updated regularly. Search for roles that match your experience level, preferred metro, and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No profile creation is required to view or apply to listings.
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