VP of Merchandising- Boys Apparel
Responsibilities
- The Merchandiser will be responsible for the complete management and design of the boys division.
- Establish the product vision and build the global merchandising line plan.
- Lead calendar adherence for deliverables and cross functional critical deadlines.
- Bring customer and market prospective to the design and product development process.
- Must thoroughly understands the brand's target customer by shopping stores and understanding the market
- Ensure the successful implementation of merchandising strategies by providing direction to design and working closely with technical teams on execution of the product.
- Collaborate with and lead design to identify trends, confirm product and assortment details and facilitate product direction.
- Will work with buyers directly to strategize and manage the business.
- Work with sourcing partners to execute product development needs, track samples, review protos and establish / meet pricing targets.
- Manage accounts seasonal projections for upfronts and potential in season needs
- Will manage gross margin, sales, inventory new business opportunities.
Skills:
- Strategic thinker who recognizes opportunities.
- Confident and strong understanding of the boys apparel business.
- Strong product sense with proven experience in driving product assortments and partnering with Design to conceive product concepts that drive business.
- Strong problem solving, interpersonal and organizational skills.
- High level of analytical skills and conceptual creative ability.
- Excellent written/verbal communication and presentation skills.
- Experience: At least 4 years of merchandising experience in boys
Benefits:
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- 401K
- PTO
Great company culture and amazing place to work.
Great opportunity to grow with a fast growing division.