Lead Merchant, Global Merchandising
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Job Description: Lead Merchant, Global Merchandising
WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH
You will work closely with fellow merchants and cross-functional teams within global and geo merchandising; Planning, Allocation, and Brand Marketing. We also work with finance, operations and the insights/analytics teams; relying on business reporting for your area which includes quantitative and qualitative metrics on sales, inventory and consumer behaviors.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The Merchandising team understands consumer needs and market opportunities to craft a significant product mix for each marketplace. We blend art with science to bring ***'s vision to life in all retail environments, leading with our Members and *** Direct digital and physical spaces and expanding to our retail partners. The team has the unrivaled ability to see beyond trends and identify new market opportunities, delivering the right product, at the right price, in the right place, at the right time.
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
5 years' experience in merchandising, product creation, and or retail, in a vertical or wholesale environment
Footwear, apparel and/or equipment merchandising experience
Understanding of retail key performance indicators and profit based metrics
Strong strategy building skills that shape the future of the business
Effective communicator that collaborates and brings people together
Provides direction and mentorship to teammates
Values differences and builds strong relationships with high cultural awareness
Proven balance of art and science in decision-making
Self-directed, independent, and dedicated
Cultivates innovation while also ensuring accountability
Communicates vision and purpose and able to lead effectively in complex situations
Solves problems using limited information and implements solutions with the ability to foresee most future implications
Advises others on complex matters requiring in-depth knowledge or conceptual thinking
Responds with speed and agility, curiosity, and motivation
WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON
As a Merchant II, you will enable the strategizing, building, and managing of global 3-year line plans and product journeys cross-functionally.
A consistent part of your day-to-day responsibilities will be the detailed management, maintenance and communication of all seasonal tools and assortments. Enabling this effort will be the development of key relationships among cross-functional teammates, comfort with research and analysis, along with a genuine curiosity and commitment to learn and evolve.
About Equiliem
Equiliem believes in empowering success. It's our job to cultivate relationships that connect people and employers in a way that is inclusive, intelligent, and allows both to thrive.
Across the U.S., leading companies in healthcare, government, engineering, manufacturing, professional services, and energy rely on us for their workforce solutions. Our recruiting and HR services include contract and direct hire staffing, Payrolling/EOR, Independent Contractor Compliance, and Managed Services.
For almost 30 years, we've helped shape our industry. Today, we continue to research, ask questions, and continuously enhance the candidate journey and client experience.
EEO Employer
Equiliem is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equiliem will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or .
WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH
You will work closely with fellow merchants and cross-functional teams within global and geo merchandising; Planning, Allocation, and Brand Marketing. We also work with finance, operations and the insights/analytics teams; relying on business reporting for your area which includes quantitative and qualitative metrics on sales, inventory and consumer behaviors.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The Merchandising team understands consumer needs and market opportunities to craft a significant product mix for each marketplace. We blend art with science to bring ***'s vision to life in all retail environments, leading with our Members and *** Direct digital and physical spaces and expanding to our retail partners. The team has the unrivaled ability to see beyond trends and identify new market opportunities, delivering the right product, at the right price, in the right place, at the right time.
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
5 years' experience in merchandising, product creation, and or retail, in a vertical or wholesale environment
Footwear, apparel and/or equipment merchandising experience
Understanding of retail key performance indicators and profit based metrics
Strong strategy building skills that shape the future of the business
Effective communicator that collaborates and brings people together
Provides direction and mentorship to teammates
Values differences and builds strong relationships with high cultural awareness
Proven balance of art and science in decision-making
Self-directed, independent, and dedicated
Cultivates innovation while also ensuring accountability
Communicates vision and purpose and able to lead effectively in complex situations
Solves problems using limited information and implements solutions with the ability to foresee most future implications
Advises others on complex matters requiring in-depth knowledge or conceptual thinking
Responds with speed and agility, curiosity, and motivation
WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON
As a Merchant II, you will enable the strategizing, building, and managing of global 3-year line plans and product journeys cross-functionally.
A consistent part of your day-to-day responsibilities will be the detailed management, maintenance and communication of all seasonal tools and assortments. Enabling this effort will be the development of key relationships among cross-functional teammates, comfort with research and analysis, along with a genuine curiosity and commitment to learn and evolve.
About Equiliem
Equiliem believes in empowering success. It's our job to cultivate relationships that connect people and employers in a way that is inclusive, intelligent, and allows both to thrive.
Across the U.S., leading companies in healthcare, government, engineering, manufacturing, professional services, and energy rely on us for their workforce solutions. Our recruiting and HR services include contract and direct hire staffing, Payrolling/EOR, Independent Contractor Compliance, and Managed Services.
For almost 30 years, we've helped shape our industry. Today, we continue to research, ask questions, and continuously enhance the candidate journey and client experience.
EEO Employer
Equiliem is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equiliem will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or .
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