Accessories Category Merchant — Strategy & Line Planning

L.L.Bean Costa Rica; Freeport (ME); On-site; USD 66,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

L.L.Bean is seeking an Associate Corporate Merchant for our Accessories category. You will shape product assortments, influence business strategy, and drive sales, margin and profit through strategic line plans.

The role partners across Merchandising, Ecommerce, Planning, Product Development and Design from our Freeport, Maine headquarters. Develop category strategies, assess market trends, and lead line planning while collaborating with internal teams.

Qualifications

• Education level: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree.
• Years of Experience: 1+ years.
• Must live within a commutable distance to Freeport, Maine.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies based on sales trends.
• Create line plan and act as the final editor of the line plan.
• Coordinate with Retail Merchandising, Ecommerce, Planning, Product Development, Design, Inventory Management and Creative.
• Analyze sales performance and marketplace information to identify opportunities and risks.
• Support cross-department communication and present findings to stakeholders.
• Manage small SKUs and dollars demand center.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Microsoft Office

Data analysis

Teamwork

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Database systems

Job description

L.L.Bean is seeking an Associate Corporate Merchant for our Accessories category. You will shape product assortments, influence business strategy, and drive sales, margin and profit through strategic line plans.

The role partners across Merchandising, Ecommerce, Planning, Product Development and Design from our Freeport, Maine headquarters. Develop category strategies, assess market trends, and lead line planning while collaborating with internal teams.