Senior Merchandiser

2 Openings due to growthCOMPENSATION$125,000 - $165,000/yr + BonusStatus: Exempt, SalarySOME OF WHAT YOU'LL DOManage the implementation of strategy and assortment plans for merchandise category and channel, by delivery, to achieve the right balance of key items/fashion/basics, fit, value, price point, SKU count and volume; leverage competitive market intelligence to gain and maintain marketplace advantages; collaborate on concept development with Design; ensure assortment(s) meet cost structure(s)Partner with Design and Sales to identify and generate new product opportunities for category; shop for and source samples and inspiration; perform research to isolate key, relevant trends for category/brand, where appropriate; oversee all merchandising teams to ensure brand cohesiveness across categoriesTrack implementation of assortment plans across categories and channels; analyze product performance, market conditions and feedback from customers continuously; update assortment strategies and identify and execute opportunities based on analysisPartner with Design, Production and Sales to ensure execution to time-and-action calendar and timely delivery of goods, sales growth, expense management and attainment of margin goals; collaboratively identify and resolve quality and technical issues; perform category forecasting and ensure progress toward established financial goals; motivate teams to achieve metricsPresent line to senior colleagues and key accounts and buyers; direct review meetings, including edits, board review, pre-costing, line reviews, adoption, and post-season reviewsManage communication and follow-up with internal and external constituents around the world, including customers, suppliers, vendors, and licensors, where applicable; partner with Production and tech to source new suppliers and vendors and maintain relationships with existing partners, including internal constituents; assist with problem solving and engage in negotiations as neededCollaborate with Sales to merchandise and style showroom(s); assist VP of Design and MerchandisingMaintain relationships with collaborators and competitors; attend trade shows and industry eventsContribute positively to team dynamic and manage up where necessaryAttract, develop, and retain talentMonitor and evaluate performance of individualsWHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEEDExperience and understanding of wholesale apparel merchandising, manufacturing, global supply chain operations, and mass market distributionEntrepreneurial drive tempered by judgment and strong leadership skillsSuperior organizational skills and excellent communication skills; experience managing and motivating teamsAbility to multi-task and meet deadlines, highly detail oriented, meticulous, and creativeCreativity, sensibility for merchandising and customer needsKnowledge of garment constructionBachelor's Degree8+ years' experience in apparel merchandising on the DESIGN/MANUFACTURING side of the house - not in-store merch experience8+ years of experience, with at least 2+ years' senior merchandising-level experience, leading cross-functional teamsPrevious experience in design or buying is highly preferred

Created: 2025-03-03