Our client, a children’s brand, who are based in the Bay area, are looking for a Merchandiser to join their team and head up their Boys business. This role will report directly to the VP of merchandising and own merchandising for all boys categories
About The Role
The Merchandiser will be responsible for developing and driving the product strategy, assortment, and financial performance goals for the girls department. The Merchandiser will foster strong cross functional relationships to ensure all strategies and goals are achieved. The Merchandiser will act as the representative of the customer in strategic decisions on the cross-functional team. The Merchandiser will partner with Planning to drive financial goals as well as partner with Design, Production, Brand Creative Services, and Visual Merchandising to ensure the strategic vision is executed all the way to the customer. They will also work closely with the store teams to enhance understanding of our customers and address their needs.
Responsibilities
Strategically develop and execute financial plans for department, line, and classification in partnership with Planning
Utilize seasonal and hindsight information to develop product strategies and category positioning
Build roadmap for Design outlining clear direction around AUC, newness, carryover and areas of growth and decline to tie to seasonal product strategies
Participate in seasonal Design product reviews; assorting and providing feedback on product lines to guide color, pattern, silhouette, and outfitting
Work with Production and Design to drive achievement of AUC and IMU goals.
Partner with Planning to drive in-season management through pricing and markdown recommendations; diagnose and leverage in-season opportunities to drive future strategies
Collaborate with Design, Production, Brand Creative Services, and Visual Merchandising to ensure the strategic vision is executed all the way to the customer
Maintain a high awareness of the customer, competitive landscape and fashion trends through consistent store visits and online research
What You'll Bring
BA/BS degree required with a minimum of 4 years of hands-on merchandising experience
Experience in the Specialty Store arena preferred with proven ability to identify trends and successfully drive results
Boys apparel experience preferred
Passion for product
Possess strong analytical skills
Strong business acumen
Self-motivated, multi- tasker
Superior communication skills, both written and oral
PC skills required; including excellence with Excel applications specifically
The ideal candidate must enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and have the ability to work with all levels within the organization
Benefits
40% off merchandise employee discount
Paid holidays and flexible time off
401K match
Generous Health Savings Account (HSA) employer contributions for individuals and families
Flexible Spending Accounts and commuter benefits
Life insurance (self, spouse/domestic partner, children)
Salary range $90,000 -$115,000
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Temporary
Job function
Marketing and Sales
Industries
Staffing and Recruiting
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