Clothing and Merchandising Manager

Maverick Volleyball; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A local sports organization in Ottawa is seeking a part-time Clothing and Merchandising Manager to lead the development of apparel and merchandise initiatives. This role requires 3–5 years of experience in apparel merchandising and strong organizational skills. The successful candidate will manage team uniforms, oversee store operations, and collaborate with suppliers. The position offers flexible working hours and a hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in apparel merchandising, retail management, or brand apparel coordination.
• Experience with teamwear or uniform programs, especially in sports, schools, or corporate environments.
• Hands-on experience with e-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify).

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development of apparel and merchandise initiatives.
• Manage team uniforms and store operations.
• Source and select merchandise in collaboration with suppliers.
• Prepare and manage Shopify products and orders.

Skills

Creative Design & Trend Awareness

Operational & Vendor Management

Technologically inclined

Management skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Merchandising

Bachelor’s Degree in Apparel Design

Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or Brand Management

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration

Bachelor’s Degree in Retail Management or Supply Chain Management

Tools

Shopify

Job description

Term : Part-time

Salary: 25-30$/hour - Based on experience

Hours: 10-15 hours per week

About Mavs

The Maverick Volleyball Club serves Ottawa and its surrounding communities in providing our youth with high-quality volleyball programs. Our Club takes pride in our successful track record of promoting and fostering leadership, organizational, team, and life skills for the benefit of its members. Maverick Volleyball is seeking experienced individuals to operate the clothing and merchandising portfolio for the organization, as a key member of the staff.

Job Summary

The Clothing and Merchandising Manager leads the strategic development and execution of all apparel and merchandise initiatives, ensuring a cohesive and high-quality representation of the Maverick brand. Central to the role is the management of team uniforms, which play a vital part in fostering identity, unity, and pride across the organization. Through thoughtful planning, trend-driven product development, and efficient store operations, this role ensures that every item—from performance wear to branded merchandise—meets the standards of excellence and supports the organization’s broader goals.

Key Responsibilities Include

Strategic Leadership & Vision

• Set and guide the overall clothing, merchandise and store strategies and long-term goals.
  
  

Product Research & Trend Analysis

• Identify apparel trends and evaluate new product ideas.
• Ensure that all merchandise reflects the Maverick brand and meets quality standards.
• Perform regular surveys on product quality and customer satisfaction.
  
  

Product Planning & Lifecycle Management

• Create appropriate vector designs for all clothing production needs.
• Generate merchandise concepts based on current trends, including review submissions from members of the community.
• Present major uniform change proposals to the Leadership team.
• Manage product selection, pricing, and inventory planning.
• Track sales performance and maintain accurate records.
  
  

Supplier Relations & Procurement

• Source, test and select merchandise in collaboration with vendors.
• Prepare P.O.’s for suppliers, monitor status and quality of deliverables
• Monitor orders, fulfillment and manage deliveries of TeamWear, MavsWear, CoachWear, and other Merchandise.
  
  

Collaboration & Communication

• Work with the Marketing team on product launches and promotions.
• Liaise with team clothing coordinators and other departments.
  
  

Management of the store

• Prepare and manage Shopify products and orders.
• Daily store functions, inventory, organization, distribution.
• Facility cleanliness.
• Alert customers to new products.
  
  

Reporting

• Oversees the work of the Store Coordinator
  
  

Experience

Essential Qualifications

• 3–5 years in apparel merchandising, retail management, or brand apparel coordination.
• Experience with teamwear or uniform programs, especially in sports, schools, or corporate environments.
• Hands-on experience with e-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify), including product setup, order management, and promotions.
  
  

Competencies & Skills

• Creative Design & Trend Awareness: Strong eye for design and current apparel trends to produce relevant, high-quality gear and clothing.
• Operational & Vendor Management: Skilled in coordinating suppliers, managing inventory, and overseeing store functions to ensure smooth delivery and fulfillment
• Technologically inclined
• Management skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Attention to detail
  
  

Education

Bachelor’s Degree In One Of The Following Fields

• Fashion Merchandising
• Apparel Design
• Marketing or Brand Management
• Business Administration
• Retail Management or Supply Chain Management
  
  

Asset

Language

• Bilingual (English, French)
  
  

Important Information

This position is new and we expect the workload to be between 10 and 15 hours per week. That being said, we may discover that it may take up more or less time as we learn more about the role. The successful candidate should expect fluctuations in the estimated weekly hours.

The role is classified as Hybrid. Most work can be done virtually, but the incumbent will be required to visit the store weekly to monitor the activities.

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible - applications will be reviewed on a regular basis and we will interview strong candidates as they apply. The posting may close without notice.