VP of Merchandising

Client Overview: 

Our client is a popular fashion brand creating the latest activewearapparel must-haves. With their modern, on-trend, and cool designs, you can effortlesslygo from the gym to brunch in style

PositionOverview:

In this position, you would be responsiblefor leading the product assortment and delivering a product mix consistentwith the company’s brand strategy and financial objectives. You would also beresponsible for overseeing design and sourcing.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement seasonal line plans tofeature a balanced product mix aligned with current trends and customer needs

• Create a launch strategy for eachcollection to ensure the product is communicated effectively to the customerand product investments are supported

• Manage the buying process and establish a pricingstrategy to achieve margin goals in partnership with the planning team

• Ensure deliveries and planned product floware achieved on-time as outlined on the merchandise calendar, analyzehistorical customer characteristics, and identify opportunities for categoryexpansion

• Execute the merchandising strategy on adoor-by-door basis for each retail store and eCommerce in partnership withplanning and allocations teams

• Provide competitive market analysisand manage seasonal industry trend recaps to ensure the product offering isaligned with trends in the market

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree 
• Proven merchandising experience at a vertical activewear company

• Strong understanding of the creative process andsourcing