Global Merchandising Director: SKU Strategy & Growth

Samsonite Company Stores, LLC in; Mansfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Samsonite seeks a Director of Global Merchandising (Finance) to drive the global assortment strategy and lifecycle governance across regions and channels. You will ensure brand consistency, optimize product flow, and lead initiatives with regional partners and GMEO to deliver cohesive omnichannel experiences worldwide.

This role requires strong analytical skills, experience in matrixed organizations, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders while aligning with global product strategies.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in merchandising, product management, or assortment planning in retail, wholesale, or consumer goods.
• Experience in global or multi-region, matrixed organizations.
• Strong analytical and presentation capabilities.
• Experience partnering with marketing, ecommerce and brand teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the global assortment strategy across regions and channels.
• Maintain global product architecture across full-price, outlet, and ecommerce channels.
• Collaborate with regional teams to tailor assortments while preserving brand intent.
• Partner with GMEO, Product Management, Planning, Sourcing, and Visual Merchandising.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Influence cross-functional

Stakeholder management

Global merchandising knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree a plus

Job description

Samsonite seeks a Director of Global Merchandising (Finance) to drive the global assortment strategy and lifecycle governance across regions and channels. You will ensure brand consistency, optimize product flow, and lead initiatives with regional partners and GMEO to deliver cohesive omnichannel experiences worldwide.

This role requires strong analytical skills, experience in matrixed organizations, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders while aligning with global product strategies.