Merchant - Relocation to Los Angeles

Our client, a plus size women's brand, is looking for a Merchant to join their team! The Merchant will own and manage a key category of the business, driving brand-aligned strategies to exceed financial objectives and customer expectations. This role is pivotal in leading cross-functional teams, analyzing market opportunities, and executing compelling assortments that maximize sales, margin, and inventory turns.Salary: $100-120K, depending on experienceResponsibilities:Develop and execute seasonal product strategies for a product category, ensuring alignment with consumer trends, sales performance, and market demand.Manage the product lifecycle from initial buy to final markdown, analyzing trends, sales data, and customer feedback to optimize assortment and inventory.Create strong partnerships among cross-functional areas including Planning, Design, Product Development, Sourcing, Marketing, Site Merchandising Operations, Allocation, and Visual.Partner with Sourcing and Product Development to manage the flow and timing of deliveries, ensuring all deliverables are met on a timely basis. Set target retails and ensure costs and IMUs align with financial objectives.Determine quantities to order by style, size, and color; validate to KPI objectives, Line Plan, and OTB plan.Prepare regular reports on sales, inventory, and trends, presenting actionable insights to senior leadership and making recommendations for improvements.Continuously monitor KPIs such as sell-through rates, margin performance, and customer feedback, adjusting strategies as necessary.Partner with Marketing to understand (Omni) floor set visual placement of product and impact on sales. Work with Visual team and Merchant leaders on key initiatives requiring marketing and visual placement.Ensure ongoing coordination with Site Merchandising Operations on final assortment and any updates as needed.Partner with Store Ops, if necessary, to create applicable training and communication to improve workflow.Perform research analysis of the plus-size market to identify trends and opportunities, tailoring insights to enhance the core customer's experience and identify new growth opportunities and business strategies.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Merchandising, Business, or related field5+ years of vertical retail buying experience, including fashion categories.Proven experience with data analysis, interpretation, and reporting.Strong understanding of fashion trends, customer behavior, and market dynamics.Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret sales data and make informed decisions.Exceptional communication, critical thinking, decision-making, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook (Microsoft Office Suite).Ability to build strong business partnerships both internally and externally and demonstrate adaptability and flexibility as business strategies change.Strong sense of style and ability to carry out a strategic vision.Strong knowledge of merchandising and line municate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing with all levels of management.Provide constructive, honest, and direct feedback.Manage multiple projects ranging from tactical to strategic in a fast-paced environment, and the ability to take initiative and be resourceful.Thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing work environment with competing priorities.Strong attention to detail, creativity, and a passion for fashion.If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.The Solomon Page Distinction Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.About Solomon PageFounded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: and connect with us on Facebook, and LinkedIn.Opportunity Awaits.

Created: 2025-01-25