WHAT IS THE JOB?As the Director of Merchandising, you'll focus on excellence throughout the product life cycle-ensuring the right product is in the right place at the right time. This role reports to the SVP of Merchandising & Wholesale and is a full-time, exempt position.
WHAT ARE THE RESPONSIBILITIES?- Develop product strategies and seasonal line plans by category to drive financial goals while supporting the brand vision
- Drive pre-season and in-season business by tracking and analyzing product by channel to identify opportunities and optimize in-season sales and inventory
- Lead and manage team of merchandisers supporting the Ann Mashburn and Sid Mashburn brands
- Support company vision and product development strategy by analyzing and sharing researched historical and competitive data to inform delivery, cost and pricing strategy
- Implement pricing architecture and manage markdowns and gross margins to hit profitability targets
- Lead and share weekly and seasonal business learnings with the larger cross-functional team
- Optimize seasonal item productivity through tight management of style and sku counts
- Partner with inventory management team to ensure proper stock levels to avoid shortages or overstocks, and identify need for replenishment through the open-to-buy process
- Align with marketing, sales, and design departments to create a cohesive brand strategy
WHAT ARE THE SKILLS?- 6+ years of merchandising experience in apparel, with management experience
- Exceptional analytical skills and ability to interpret sales data, consumer insights and market trends
- Strong retail acumen with a deep understanding of retail operations, multiple selling channels and the competitive landscape
- Deep knowledge of apparel retail trends, fabrications, and garment costing
- Experience leading teams, setting goals, and developing talent
- Driven, resourceful problem solver and team player with a "no task is too small" attitude
- Hard-working, energetic, gracious, sincere, patient and adaptable
- Entrepreneurial mindset and enthusiastic about growing with Mashburn
- Reflects our core values of Hopefulness, Helpfulness, Honesty, Hard Work, Humility and Nimbleness
*Compensation will be based on relevant experience and required skills for the role
