Vice President of Merchandising and Design

Find out more about the daily tasks, overall responsibilities, and required experience for this opportunity by scrolling down now.Vice President of Merchandising and DesignCompany Overview:Our client, a leading wholesale distributor and eCommerce retailer of soft textile consumer product goods, is poised for continued growth with an impressive $100M in annual revenue. With a dynamic product assortment of over 4,000 SKUs, they are seeking a visionary VP of Merchandising and Design to join their team and drive their product strategy forward.Position Summary:The Vice President of Merchandising, a member of the leadership team, will be responsible for curating an innovative product portfolio that aligns with evolving customer demands and market trends. This executive role demands a strategic leader with a keen eye for data analytics, trend analysis, and a strong background in consumer product goods (CPG). The ideal candidate will lead the design and product development teams, ensuring success across both B2B and B2C channels.Key Responsibilities:Product Curation:Curate and expand the product assortment, keeping a pulse on customer demands and buying trends to ensure a competitive and appealing product lineup.Trend Analysis:Utilize data analytics to monitor and predict market trends, ensuring our product offerings remain relevant and in demand.Leadership:Lead, mentor, and inspire design and product development teams to drive innovation and excellence.Channel Management:Develop and execute strategies that drive success in both B2B and B2C channels, optimizing product performance across different platforms.Market Research:Conduct competitive market analysis to identify opportunities for growth and differentiation in the market.Strategic Planning:Develop and implement long-term merchandising strategies that align with company goals and revenue targets.AI Integration: Leverage artificial intelligence to enhance product analytics and trend forecasting capabilities.Process Improvement:Implement data-driven processes to improve merchandising efficiency and effectiveness.Key Qualifications:Experience:Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in merchandising leadership fortextilebusinesseswith heavy focus on eCommerce channels.Leadership Skills:Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams in a fast-paced environment.Strategic Planning:Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to develop and execute comprehensive merchandising strategies.Market Analysis:Expertise in market analysis and trend awareness to guide product curation and development.AI Experience:Experience leveraging AI tools for product analytics and trend forecasting.Product Analytics:Strong analytical skills with a focus on data-driven decision-making.Creative Mindset:Innovative thinker with a creative approach to product curation and merchandising.Process Driven:Ability to develop and implement efficient processes to streamline operations.Flexibility and Agility:Adaptable and responsive to changing market conditions and business needs.People Leadership:Exceptional people management skills with a focus on team development and performance.Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required; an advanced degree is preferred.Executive Presence:Strong executive presence with excellent communication and presentation skills.If you are a strategic leader with a passion for product curation and a track record of driving merchandising success, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us and be part of our journey to revolutionize the consumer product goods market.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2024-11-10