Global Merchandising & Brand Strategy Director

Ask Athena; Mansfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Samsonite, a global leader in luggage and travel solutions, seeks a Director, Global Merchandising in Mansfield, MA. You will execute global product and assortment strategy across regions and channels, guiding SKU governance, lifecycle, and omnichannel experiences.

In this role you'll partner with regional teams and marketing, ecommerce, and product management, influence product development, and lead cross-functional initiatives to drive brand consistency and commercial performance while working

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and ability to translate data into merchandising actions.
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional and regional stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; comfortable with senior leadership.
• Deep understanding of global merchandising, assortment strategy, and lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

• Execute global SKU governance including assortment strategy and lifecycle management.
• Collaborate with regional teams and GMEO, Product Management, Planning, Sourcing, and Visual Merchandising to ensure cohesive omnichannel experiences.
• Lead governance of global assortment across channels (full-price, outlet, ecommerce) while preserving brand intent.
• Influence product development by synthesizing regional insights into actionable recommendations for Global and regional teams.
• Act as a change agent to improve speed, clarity, and execution discipline across global merchandising processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Influence stakeholders

Communication

Global merchandising

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Samsonite, a global leader in luggage and travel solutions, seeks a Director, Global Merchandising in Mansfield, MA. You will execute global product and assortment strategy across regions and channels, guiding SKU governance, lifecycle, and omnichannel experiences.

In this role you'll partner with regional teams and marketing, ecommerce, and product management, influence product development, and lead cross-functional initiatives to drive brand consistency and commercial performance while working