Category Management & Retail Merchandising
By External Provider
About this course
Master retail merchandising, category management, and assortment planning to drive sales and profitability. Learn how top retailers optimize product selection, inventory, and store space using data-driven strategies. This course provides a comprehensive understanding of retail merchandising, covering category management, merchandise planning, forecasting, and inventory control. Learners will explore how to structure product categories, define roles, and develop strategies that align with customer needs and business goals. You will gain practical skills in merchandise budgeting, Open-to-Buy (OTB) control, and assortment planning frameworks. The course also dives into advanced concepts like store clustering, space management, and planogram design to optimize retail performance. By the end of this course, learners will be able to apply real-world merchandising techniques, improve product visibility, and make data-driven decisions that enhance customer experience and maximize sales outcomes.
What you will learn
- Apply category management and assortment planning techniques to optimize retail product portfolios.
- Analyze merchandise forecasting, budgeting, and Open-to-Buy controls for inventory decisions.
- Evaluate store clustering, space planning, and planogram strategies to improve retail performance.