WalkingCo LLC is Hiring a Senior Merchandiser- West Coast Near Las Vegas, NV
DescriptionSenior Merchandiser - Location: West Coast, preferably in Las Vegas or Los Angeles WHY JOIN THE WALKING COMPANY?Our mission at The Walking Company is to bring comfort and wellness to every step. We believe that the right footwear enhances not just your physical well-being but your entire lifestyle. By offering expertly crafted shoes designed for everyday wear, we help our customers live better lives both on and off their feet. OverviewAs the Senior Merchandiser, you will lead, create, and drive assortment strategies for our new private label footwear collections. You will be the expert on customer needs and market trends, ensuring that our product offerings are both consumer-focused and financially viable. This role involves selecting products that align with financial plans and business objectives and requires close collaboration with Design and Production teams to ensure timely delivery of products that meet quality and cost targets. You will be a strategic leader in product development, instrumental in building out our private label line for The Walking Company and Abeo, ensuring that our offerings enhance The Walking Company brand while achieving sales targets and maintaining brand integrity across our online platform. Responsibilities
Develop seasonal and annual strategies for Women’s footwear categories that meet or exceed sales and margin targets, aligning with company objectives
Create and communicate seasonal line plans to guide design, product development, and production teams in support of company goals
Merchandise and present seasonal product assortments to meet sales and margin targets
Present seasonal product assortments to upper management, wholesale, and global teams
Develop assortment strategies with an understanding of materials, construction, and lead times
Track business performance and identify risks and opportunities to react to current market trends
Develop and communicate pricing strategies that align with brand positioning
Rank styles based on historical and current product performance, as well as sell-through data
Serve as the main point of contact for cross-functional partners regarding calendars and deliveries
Provide thorough and insightful analysis and effectively communicate learnings to management and cross-functional teams
Maintain and demonstrate expert knowledge of our customer base through strong relationships and direct consumer feedback
Maintain and demonstrate an understanding of the competitive landscape
Participate in product reviews to ensure design execution meets brand standards
Participate in key business meetings throughout the product creation process
Establish and maintain relationships with factories in different countries
Ensure the ability to accurately cost footwear within the $80 price range
Travel to China frequently to oversee production and maintain supplier relationships
RequirementsREQUIREMENTS
A minimum of 6 years of merchandising experience (Omni, International, and Wholesale)
2 years of leadership/management experience preferred
Entrepreneurial spirit with a proactive approach to problem-solving
Strong relationships and experience with product development, design, production, and buying teams
Deep knowledge of the current Mens and Women’s footwear market
Established contacts with factories in different countries
Ability to accurately cost footwear within the $80 price range
Willingness to travel to China often
Natural leader with a growth mindset
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Strong proficiency in Excel
The base salary range for this position is $110,000-$125,000 per year, which represents the current range for this exempt position. Actual salaries will vary based on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance.
Competitive benefits package.
Opportunity to work with a passionate and innovative team.
Employee discounts on all our products.
Professional development and career growth opportunities.
WalkingCo is an equal opportunity employer.
We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.