Merchandise Manager - Accessories and Footwear Beverly Hills, California, United States

Alo Moves; Beverly Hills (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned product leader to spearhead the creation of innovative accessories and footwear. This dynamic role involves collaborating with design, merchandising, and product development teams to craft exceptional products that resonate with consumers. Your expertise in product management and financial acumen will drive success, ensuring timely launches and alignment with market trends. Join this forward-thinking company and make a significant impact in a fast-paced, creative environment where your passion for product and strategic vision will flourish.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Accessories/Footwear/Non-apparel Merchandising.
• Proven business leader with a focus on product management and financial results.

Responsibilities

• Create Seasonal Line plans across multiple categories.
• Manage cross-functional teams to deliver products on time for launch.

Skills

Product Management

Financial Analysis

Collaboration Skills

Communication Skills

Project Planning

Consumer Understanding

Problem-Solving

Tools

PLM Software

Excel

Adobe Suite

PowerPoint

Job description

OVERVIEW

In this role you will lead the product creation efforts for the Accessories/Footwear/Non-Apparel Division from line planning to commercialization of styles. Your understanding of the global market, the consumer, and marketplace capacity, including digital placement, will be required at a high level of proficiency in tools, process and mindset. You will work closely with the following teams: Design, Merchandising, Buying, Planning and Product Development teams as you create industry leading products across Women’s and Men’s. Your product management excellence will push projects forward while honoring Designs vision.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create Seasonal Line plans across multiple categories
• Key communicator to cross-functional partners on product knowledge, intent and assortment
• Participate in season reviews, assortment building and present the Global Non Apparel Merchandising assortment to cross function teams
• Responsible for cross-functional teams working together to deliver product on time for launch
• Participate in business planning, targeting, and seasonal financial planning to ensure the product line will satisfy or exceed financial goals.
• This role will manage price ladders, life cycle, style attributes, as well as Margin tracking
• Represent the Merchandising team at key product creation meetings
• Manage short, mid and long-term projects while providing regular updates to key stakeholders.
• Remain current with competitor product offerings, the global marketplace and consumer trends.
• Work in close partnership with Senior Director of Merchandising, Senior Design Director, Product Development, Logistics and Director of Visual Merchandising.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of experience in Accessories/Footwear/Non-apparel Merchandising
• Proven business leader with a focus on driving product management, merchandising and financial results
• Experience in building a line plan from concept through sell-in is a must.
• Possesses a clear understanding of a Design led brand
• Strong business acumen and understanding of financial metrics and profitability analysis.
• You have a strong instinct and passion for product, blending art and science with a consumer first approach
• Excellent collaboration skills, including a proven ability to communicate with various levels of management and employees within the organization.
• Strong Communication skills: You must be comfortable presenting in front of large groups as well as presenting to Senior Leadership
• Strong product acumen with working knowledge of non-apparel product development processes, including design, development, sourcing and manufacturing.
• Superior project planning with an ability to develop and manage multiple timelines and deadlines.
• Ability to manage urgency, multiple projects and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Growth mindset and enthusiasm for learning new tools and problem-solving.
• Proficiency in merchandising software and tools such as PLM, excel, adobe, PowerPoint
• Attention to detail and organizational skills