What are the responsibilities and job description for the Merchandiser - Men's Leather Accessories position at Randa Corp?
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Randa Apparel & Accessories is one of the world’s leading fashion clothing and accessories companies, operating across 11 countries with a portfolio of 30 iconic brands, including Levi’s, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, Totes, Isotoner, and Columbia Sportswear. With over 100 years of industry leadership, RAA continues to produce exceptional products and services, delighting customers and empowering partners worldwide. From the #1 dress pant brand in North America to the #1 belt and wallet, RAA sets the standard for excellence and innovation.
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Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000
Position Summary:
The Merchandiser is responsible for developing seasonal line plan architecture for their area of responsibility (AOR), primarily Men's Leather Accessories, and oversees full life-cycle development for the upcoming season. This job may oversee different brand(s) (approximately one to two brand(s)) and may also manage Assistant Merchandisers.
Essential Job Functions:
- Review previous sales performance with the sales team, analyze trends, and present recommendations for the new season.
- Collaborate with the Design team to develop the seasonal line by providing direction on styles and colors.
- Manage presentation preparation by working with the sales team to meet requirements. This includes pulling actual products for key account meetings, market weeks, and trade shows.
- Process adoptions by completing style setups in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), conducting handoff meetings with Sourcing Coordinators, and verifying all product details and quotes.
- Own and manage the calendar workflow to ensure the timely completion of all seasonal milestones and crucial presentations.
- Conduct follow-ups with suppliers through daily email communications regarding questions, sample status, costing, resourcing, and adoptions.
- Coordinate with factories to develop prototypes, review prototypes, and ensure they are made according to specifications.
- Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Education/License Requirements:
- Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Merchandising or equivalent degree/experience
General Experience Requirements:
- 2-3 years of experience in merchandising of consumer products, design, or product development
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities (e.g. software proficiency, language, project management):
- Technical knowledge as it relates to raw materials and finished goods manufacturing
- Computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Office Products, Adobe Suite, Illustrator, and Photoshop a plus
- Knowledge of Product Development Cycle Management such as PLM or similar program
- Excellent presentation skills for internal and external customers
Working Conditions/Physical Demands (e.g. lifting 50 lbs., travel requirements):
- Ability to travel frequently on domestic and international trips (25% - 30%), previous experience traveling overseas is a plus.
- Must be able to receive, lift, open, and unpack boxes containing product samples
Core Behavioral Attributes (e.g. Interpersonal and communication skills):
- Interpersonal, analytical,l and creative writing/communicating and organizational skills
- Ability to organize work activities with attention to detail and good follow-through skills
- Strong multi-tasking skills
- Strong customer and results-driven orientation
What we Offer:
- Competitive base salary.
- Hybrid work schedule.
- Three weeks of paid time off within the first year of employment.
- Company provided life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid parental leave.
- Health, vision, and dental insurance options with low employee contributions.
- Commuter benefit plan.
- Optional supplemental life insurance, pet insurance, and accident & critical illness insurance offered at a group discount rate.
- 401(k).
- Unlimited access to our award-winning online fitness, and wellness program.
- A great place to work, fast-paced, with terrific career growth
“The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Randa management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.”
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Salary : $65,000 - $75,000
