Full Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Director of Merchandising (Women's) is a strategic leadership role responsible for developing, implementing, and managing Jockey's end-to-end merchandising strategy to maximize sales, profitability, and inventory efficiency across all channels. This role will drive a customer-centric approach to product assortment and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Design, Planning, and Marketing.
JOB EXPECTATIONS
• Assist with the development and implementation of the overarching merchandising strategy, product assortment, and financial plan roadmaps that align with Jockey's brand identity and long-term goals.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and consumer insights to identify new opportunities and inform strategic product selection and pricing decisions.
• Set seasonal and annual financial targets for sales, margin, and inventory turnover, and ensure the team is tracking towards these objectives.
• Lead the pre-season, in-season, and post-season analysis to drive continuous improvement in merchandising effectiveness.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop detailed purchase plans, budgets, and optimal inventory levels to support demand.
• Actively participate in vendor and supplier management, including the review of contracts, terms, and pricing, while maintaining strong partnerships.
• Partner with internal teams to develop promotional strategies, product launches, and compelling in-store and online product presentations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team
• Serve as the key cross-functional leader for Women's Merchandising, partnering internally with Design, Product Development, Marketing, Sales, and Supply Chain to ensure seamless execution of product strategy.
• Present key business updates and strategies to the leadership team on a regular basis.
• Accountable for tracing and maintaining product line productivity to the SKU level.
• Manage key Merchandising GTM calendars and schedule of key dates.
• Ensure all products and components are aligned with global brand strategy standards.
• Other job duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Retail Merchandising, Marketing, or a related field. An MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in Merchandising, Buying, or Category Management, with at least 3-5 years in a senior leadership role at a corporate level.
• Exceptional analytical and financial acumen.
• Deep understanding of marketing and consumer, proficient at transforming insights into action.
• Proven ability to develop and execute complex, high-impact merchandising strategies.
• Outstanding negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated experience leading and developing a team.
• Proficiency with merchandising planning software and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
In return for your expertise, JOCKEY offers a competitive and comprehensive flexible benefits package which includes Medical/Dental/Life/Vision, 401(k), educational support, paid Volunteerism program, fitness club discounts, onsite health & wellness programs, generous employee discounts, a business casual work environment, a challenging work environment and exciting career growth opportunities!
