9+ years of experience in merchandising leadership
Deep understanding of current merchandising trends
Ability to analyze consumer behavior and competitive dynamics
Proven track record of engaging diverse stakeholders
Exceptional innovation and communication skills
Strong planning and organizational abilities
Responsibilities
Live and promote the company's vision, values, and beliefs
Set and enforce ambitious goals for the cross-functional team
Develop strategies for long and short-term margin growth
Align consumer insights with business strategies
Execute product assortment strategies to meet sales forecasts
Present product categories to Senior Leadership
Lead financial review meetings to optimize sales and margins
Collaborate with Planning Leaders on financial forecasting
Initiate product development based on market trends
Ensure timely execution of product and pricing with vendors
Benefits
Opportunity to shape product strategy and brand direction
Engagement with a cross-functional team
Leadership role with significant impact on financial performance
Access to market insights and consumer trends
Collaboration with senior leadership and planning teams
Full Job Description
Director, Merchandising Rugs
Job Description
RH is seeking a Director, Merchandising to lead the Rugs department and develop a compelling assortment that advances our strategic, financial and brand equity objectives. This leader will shape product strategy, drive financial performance and ensure an outstanding customer experience across all channels.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES • Live Our Vision, Values and Beliefs every day • Set challenging and productive goals for the entire cross-functional team and keep them accountable • Strategize long and short-term margin growth for Rugs department • Develop and ensure execution of brand strategies • Strategically interpret and align consumer insight to all aspects of business • Drive and execute product assortment strategies to deliver sales and margin forecasts • Present product assortment category to Senior Leadership • Drive calendar to meet critical dates and hold team accountable • Lead weekly and monthly financial review meetings, identifying corrective action necessary to maximize sales and margin • Lead the financial forecast of the business, partnering with Planning Leaders • Initiate product development to capitalize on trends and consumer opportunities • Drive product and pricing execution and timely receipts with vendors
OUR REQUIREMENTS • 9+ years experience leading a successful merchandising team • Highly attuned to merchandising trends in the marketplace • Understand nuances in consumer behavior and competitive pressures • Track record of engaging and inspire a wide variety of partners, stakeholders, and team members • Strong innovation, communication and collaboration skills to present merchandising direction in a compelling manner • Strong planning and organizational skills
About RH
RH (formerly Restoration Hardware) is a luxury home furnishings retailer that offers furniture, lighting, textiles, bathware, decor, and outdoor products. The company operates through its retail galleries, source books, and websites. RH's products are designed to appeal to affluent consumers who are interested in high-end, modern home decor. The company has been expanding its product offerings and store footprint in recent years, and has also launched a hospitality business that includes restaurants and boutique hotels.
