Merchant, eCommerce Merchandising
Westwood, MA, US, 02090
Overview
We are searching for a cross-functional collaborator to the team as a Merchant, Ecommerce Merchandising! This person is responsible for supporting the team in building compelling assortments for HEYDUDE digital that support revenue and brand goals. In this role, the merchant will work cross functionally to identify and advocate for product needs, communicate go-to-market initiatives, and guide demand and inventory planning. The Merchant supports both the merchandising and commercial digital teams. You'll be in charge of analyzing and understanding the digital marketplace business and using those insights to drive immediate commercial activity as well as long-range merchandising strategies.
In this role, you'll effectively identify and communicate assortment needs to leadership and merchandising partners, ensuring alignment around go-to-market (GTM) strategies by conveying priorities to digital partners. Additionally, you'll analyze product performance and communicate the results effectively to both digital partners and leadership. We are looking for a candidate that can demonstrate a history of being a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, high-performance environment. Highlighting strong time management, communication, and ability to prioritize effectively are important for our team; along with working cross-functionally and globally, and influencing key partners.
What You'll Do
- Provide guidance to Demand Planning team in order to create and maintain optimal demand plans.
- Responsible for monitoring purchase orders delays, including surfacing risks and opportunities.
- Remain connected to marketing activity ensuring merchandising strategies and GTM plans are aligned.
- Support build of seasonal post-mortems for the merchandising team.
- Leverage information to build revenue driving line architecture for future seasons.
- Champion new seasonal assortments, drive alignment to business goals.
What You'll Bring to the Table
- BA or BS or equivalent experience in business, merchandising, or related field.
- 3-5 years of Buying or Merchandising Planning.
- Experience in merchandising/buying.
- Proficient in Microsoft office (specifically Excel) and Google docs.
- Ability to handle multiple projects at once and analyze large datasets.
- Strong initiative and capacity to work independently.
- Positive demeanor and capable of working in a team environment.
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The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We accept applications on an ongoing basis.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability, or any other classification protected by law.
Title: Merchant, eCommerce Merchandising 
Salary or Pay Range: $75,000 - $85,000
Workplace Persona: Collaborator
Pay offered will vary based on job-related factors such as location, experience, training, skills, and abilities.
This position is eligible to participate in a company incentive program.
This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.
Job Category: Corporate
Nearest Major Market: Boston