Category Merchandiser [AQ-25443]

Aquent; Beaverton (OR); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Aquent partners with a global leader in athletic footwear, apparel, and equipment to shape the future of product offerings for Kids Apparel. You will drive consumer-centric assortments, lead seasonal reviews, and influence product lifecycles from concept to marketplace in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.

Join a team that blends art and science to deliver compelling assortments, leveraging market insights, strong relationships, and a detail-oriented approach to drive brand success and

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
• 4+ years in Apparel or consumer product merchandising.
• Ability to translate consumer, sales, trend and marketplace insights into in-season and long-term strategies.
• Experience preparing seasonal tools to equip marketplace partners with clear priorities.
• Proven ability to develop strong working relationships with teammates and cross-functional partners.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication with influencing abilities within a cross-functional matrix.
• Self-sufficiency, critical thinking, and detail-oriented execution.

Responsabilidades

• Develop consumer-centric assortment plans using data-driven insights and market knowledge.
• Lead seasonal reviews and assortment-building with marketplace account merchants.
• Manage multi-season product lifecycles and inform future season plans.
• Gather consumer trends and marketplace insights to inform decisions.
• Balance interactions with regional merchandising teams to align global strategies.
• Collaborate with Demand Planning and Product & Design teams to translate strategies into execution.
• Foster strong relationships across cross-functional teams to ensure collaboration.

Conocimientos

Merchandising experience

Data-driven decision making

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Self-sufficiency

Educación

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Descripción del empleo

Aquent is proud to partner with a leading global innovator in consumer goods, a company celebrated for its groundbreaking design and powerful market presence. This organization is committed to inspiring individuals worldwide, constantly pushing creative and technological boundaries to deliver exceptional products that deeply connect with diverse audiences. Joining this team means becoming part of a legacy of excellence and innovation, where your contributions will directly shape the future of consumer engagement and product development on a global scale.

We are seeking a visionary individual to join a dynamic team, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of product offerings for a key consumer segment: Kids Apparel. In this exciting opportunity, you won’t just manage products; you will blend art and science to create compelling assortments that captivate and inspire. Your strategic insights and collaborative spirit will directly influence product lifecycles from concept to marketplace, making a tangible impact on brand success and consumer engagement. This is your chance to leverage your expertise in a fast-paced, evolving environment, driving innovation and growth and directly influencing what consumers see and experience.

Impactful Contributions

• Develop consumer‑centric assortment plans, integrating both data‑driven insights and intuitive market understanding to drive product success.
• Lead seasonal reviews and assortment building processes, collaborating closely with marketplace account‑focused merchants to align strategies.
• Manage multi‑season product lifecycles, contributing insights that shape future season plans and drive adoption across central merchandising teams.
• Deeply manage assortment planning during seasonal processes, proactively gathering critical consumer trends and marketplace insights to inform decisions.
• Actively balance interactions and address the business needs of regional merchandising teams, ensuring cohesive global strategies.
• Partner strategically with Demand Planning and Product & Design teams to bring business strategies to life, from concept to execution.
• Cultivate strong relationships within the Kids merchandising team, enabling a cohesive and impactful assortment strategy that drives results.
• Continuously manage and maintain seasonal tools and assortments, alongside long‑term strategic line planning that empowers regional execution.
• Develop and maintain key relationships with cross‑functional teammates to ensure seamless collaboration and integrated efforts.
• Drive clear, concise, and influential communication across all levels of engagement, fostering transparency and alignment.

Must‑Have Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher, or a combination of relevant education, experience, and training.
• 4+ years of experience in Apparel or relevant consumer product merchandising, product creation, and/or retail in a vertical, multi‑brand, or digital environment.
• Strong command of common retail and/or digital metrics such as sell‑through, margin, full‑price realization, and weeks of supply.
• Proven ability to translate consumer, sales, trend, and marketplace insights into effective in‑season and long‑term strategies.
• Experience preparing seasonal tools to equip marketplace partners with a clear understanding of seasonal priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to develop strong working relationships with teammates and cross‑functional partners.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a strong emphasis on influencing abilities within a cross‑functional matrix.
• Self‑sufficiency and critical thinking skills.
• A collaborative and positive team player, eager to learn and contribute.
• Attention to detail, understanding the importance of consistency in execution.

Nice‑to‑Have Qualifications

• Ability to balance “art and science” in merchandising decisions, coupled with an aesthetic design point of view.
• Fashion industry knowledge.
• Experience in retail and/or regional merchandising.
• An optimistic, curious, style‑oriented, analytic, and trend‑savvy mindset.
• A deep awareness and understanding of the consumer and the marketplace’s ever‑changing dynamics.
• Strategic visioning and consumer expertise.
• Ability to work autonomously, be agile, and be solution‑oriented in a dynamic environment.

Client Description

Global leader in athletic footwear, apparel, and equipment. Our client focuses on innovation, performance, and marketing, partnering with top athletes and teams. The company emphasizes sustainability and digital advancements to enhance the sports experience.