Global Menswear Merchandiser: Strategy & Growth

vfc; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 73,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Face is seeking a Merchandising Lead for Men’s Apparel to own the segment from concept through go-to-market. You will lead cross-functional product pods with Design and Development to drive key decisions, and translate consumer insights into innovative product solutions.

You will manage margins and global assortment plans, shape segmentation across channels, and present strategies to stakeholders throughout the go-to-market process.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of merchandising, product management, or related product creation experience.
• Strong understanding of apparel product creation processes including merchandising, design, development, and sourcing.
• Experience managing product lines, assortments, and line plans with understanding of financial targets and margin management.
• Strong consumer, marketplace, and trend analysis skills with the ability to translate insights into actionable product strategies.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and storytelling skills.
• Proven ability to influence and lead across global, cross-functional teams.
• Strong business acumen with ability to balance brand, consumer, and commercial priorities.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Own a portion of the Men's Apparel product line and drive its concept through go-to-market.
• Lead cross-functional product pods with Design and Development to guide key product decisions.
• Build compelling briefs translating insights, marketplace opportunities, and business needs into product solutions.
• Hold accountability for achieving margin targets across assigned projects.
• Drive global assortment plans and align with regional merchandising teams.
• Shape global segmentation strategies across consumer, category, channel, and tier.
• Present product strategies, assortments, and seasonal recommendations to stakeholders.
• Analyze market trends, consumer behavior, and competitive landscapes to inform decisions.
• Collaborate globally across Merchandising, Design, Development, Sourcing, Planning, Sales, and Marketing.
• Mentor Associate Merchants with best practices and merchandising insights.

Skills

Merchandising

Product management

Trend analysis

Presentation skills

Communication

Storytelling

Cross-functional leadership

Business acumen

Organizational skills

Tools

Merchandising tools

Planning tools

Job description

The North Face is seeking a Merchandising Lead for Men’s Apparel to own the segment from concept through go-to-market. You will lead cross-functional product pods with Design and Development to drive key decisions, and translate consumer insights into innovative product solutions.

You will manage margins and global assortment plans, shape segmentation across channels, and present strategies to stakeholders throughout the go-to-market process.