Global Merchandising & Brand Strategy Director

Haddad Organization Ltd.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Haddad Brands in New York is seeking a Director of Merchandising to define and oversee the strategy, vision, and execution of line planning and assortment maximization for a division. You will lead global line planning, present at licensor milestone meetings, manage SKU counts, and guide cross‑functional teams to ensure brand with retail goals.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising or Business Administration and 8+ years in wholesale fashion, plus strong communication,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Merchandising or related field.
• 8+ years in wholesale fashion.
• Ability to travel up to 40% and strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary contact for assigned brand licenses to execute the brand vision.
• Lead licensor milestone meetings and present product plans.
• Manage global line planning and SKU counts across geo initiatives.
• Oversee the development of directed assortments aligned with corporate vision and retail goals.
• Educate cross-functional leadership on market trends and opportunities.
• Partner with Design, Planning, and Sales to align budgets and product flow.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Merchandising or related field

Job description

Haddad Brands in New York is seeking a Director of Merchandising to define and oversee the strategy, vision, and execution of line planning and assortment maximization for a division. You will lead global line planning, present at licensor milestone meetings, manage SKU counts, and guide cross‑functional teams to ensure brand with retail goals.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising or Business Administration and 8+ years in wholesale fashion, plus strong communication,