We are looking for a talented Senior Manager, Merchandising to drive the creation and execution of product strategies across multiple channels to meet the needs of our consumer and deliver against strategic and financial company objectives. This role will be responsible for monitoring trends in the market while identifying short-term and long-term opportunities for growth.
This position requires a keen eye for product with proven experience partnering with Design teams to build out new product concepts and assortments that drive the business forward.
Please note that this is a hybrid position of 3-4 days/week in our Los Angeles office.
What You'll Do
Create and lead the omni-channel execution of seasonal product strategies for key categories, leveraging sales data, consumer insights and competitive analysis.
Monitor performance of key items, best sellers and new collections to inform future development and assortment strategies.
Build and maintain close working relationships with cross-functional partners.
Partner with planning, marketing, e-commerce, wholesale, CX and consumer insights teams to understand, influence, and drive business objectives/customer needs and identify category/product opportunities.
Partner closely with marketing/creative teams to build go-to-market strategies and ensure product marketing strategy aligns with buying strategy.
Oversee end-to-end product lifecycle performance, using data-driven insights to optimize assortments, pricing, and inventory productivity.
Conduct continual market and trend research to identify opportunities for growth. Identify product opportunities through regular hindsight that incorporates fashion and macro trends, consumer research, channel feedback, and sales analysis.
Maintain updated knowledge of key competitors, products, and pricing strategies.
Lead retail price setting and partner with the production team to achieve margin expectations.
Drive creation and presentation of new product concepts, product designs, and line plans.
Ensure deadlines are met in order to deliver products on a timely basis.
Coach and develop associate merchandiser to support them in day-to-day execution.
What You Have
7+ years of industry experience,
intimates experience a strong plus
Ability to communicate merchandising direction in an effective manner
Proven ability to lead a cross-functional team and work in a collaborative environment
Excellent communication skills - interpersonal, written and verbal
Excellent presentation skills with strong ability to influence and obtain buy-in from executive leadership
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, being able to juggle multiple seasons at any given time
Ability to foster a positive and motivating work environment
Strong analytical skills with the ability to draw conclusions and make recommendations with big picture context
Strong leadership and people skills
Ability to engage and inspire cross-functional team members and stakeholders
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Passion for the brand and product; knowledge of fashion trends
Bachelor’s degree in related field
The base salary range for this full-time position is $125,000 -$150,000. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Please note that the base salary range provided in this posting does not include any bonus, equity, or benefits you may be eligible for.
WHY WORK AT MEUNDIES?
It's more than a job.
We have focused on building a team of people who emulate our core values. We look for people who stay balanced, go further, build relationships, champion differences, and are humble. At MeUndies, we continue to maintain a stellar brand by working collaboratively and encouraging growth with learning opportunities. There is no such thing as a small achievement here - we celebrate it all!
We look at the necessities.
We offer competitive salary packages, including targeted annual bonuses, generous parental leave, a 401k, fantastic health benefits, open time off, and more.
We have an office you’ll enjoy going to.
We work in our office Monday - Thursday. Friday is a remote/work-from-home day. We’re set up to support comfortable working - hot desks, lounge, and casual seating areas, a Mother’s Room, an on-site gym & shower, and a kitchen that makes you feel like you’ve never left home. We’re dog-friendly, so your furry coworker can join you anytime.
We don’t forget the most important things.
We want MeUndies to be a place where you feel safe and comfortable, and we encourage our employees to hold us accountable for keeping it that way. We encourage open communication and a People Ops team that is ready to help. When you work at MeUndies, we take your needs as an employee (and a person) seriously. Our doors are always welcome to feedback and suggestions!
Plus those special extra things.
We also know how important it is to connect with your team members outside of everyday work. We offer catered lunches every in-office day, holiday parties, off-sites, happy hours, and an annual retreat. You’ll also get a sweet employee discount to rebuild your underwear drawer with our top-notch prints.
MeUndies is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace and hiring process free from discrimination. All employment decisions will be made, and all qualified applicants will be considered, without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or other legally protected characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, MeUndies will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.