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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