Merchandising Manager Contract Role

Solomon Page; New York (NY); On-site; USD 123,984,000 - 165,312,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

401(k)

Direct deposit

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Solomon Page seeks a Freelance Merchandising Manager for Knitwear to lead product strategy, assortment development, and category growth for a global apparel business. You will collaborate with design, planning, sourcing, and sales to deliver compelling assortments that drive sales and profitability.

This role is onsite five days a week in New York City with an hourly pay rate of $50.00, offering a dynamic, fast-paced environment and opportunities to mentor junior staff and shape seasonal product

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in merchandising, business, fashion merchandising, or related field.
• 5-7+ years of merchandising, buying, or related retail experience, with category leadership preferred.
• Strong financial acumen and analytical capabilities, including sales and profitability analysis.
• Proven ability to develop product strategies balancing trend, customer demand, and commercial objectives.
• Strong fashion sensibility with an eye for product, market trends, and consumer preferences.
• Experience partnering with design while focusing on profitability and business results.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead merchandising strategies aligned with brand objectives and regional goals.
• Build and evolve seasonal assortments supporting financial targets and brand positioning.
• Partner with regional teams to understand market needs and incorporate local insights.
• Analyze sales performance, market trends, competitive activity, and consumer behavior to inform growth.
• Drive assortment architecture and category planning for Women''s Knits and Sweaters.
• Provide strategic direction on pricing strategies and in-season opportunities.
• Collaborate with Design, Planning, Supply Chain, Raw Materials, Marketing, Sales, and Visual Merchandising for launches.
• Support showroom and seasonal product presentations with Visual Merchandising teams.
• Lead, mentor, and develop merchandising team members.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiencies, and merchandising outcomes.
• Navigate fast-paced environment managing multiple priorities and calendars.

Skills

Financial acumen

Analytical skills

Cross-functional influence

Stakeholder management

Organization

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Merchandising/related field

Job description

We are seeking a Freelance Merchandising Manager for Knitwear to lead product strategy, assortment development, and category growth for a global apparel business. The ideal candidate is a strategic merchant with a strong product eye, analytical mindset, and proven ability to collaborate across design, planning, sourcing, and sales teams to deliver compelling assortments that drive sales and profitability.

• 5 days onsite in New York City
• Hourly pay rate: $50.00

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead merchandising strategies that align with overall brand objectives and regional business goals.
• Build and evolve seasonal assortments that support financial targets, consumer demand, and brand positioning.
• Partner closely with regional teams to understand market needs and incorporate local insights into product strategy.
• Analyze sales performance, market trends, competitive activity, and consumer behavior to inform category growth opportunities.
• Drive assortment architecture and category planning for Women's Knits and Sweaters.
• Provide strategic direction on pricing strategies and in-season business opportunities.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Design, Planning, Supply Chain, Raw Materials, Marketing, Sales, and Visual Merchandising teams to ensure successful product launches.
• Support showroom and seasonal product presentations in partnership with Visual Merchandising teams.
• Lead, mentor, and develop merchandising team members through coaching, performance management, and professional development.
• Foster innovation by identifying opportunities to improve business processes, efficiencies, and merchandising outcomes.
• Navigate a fast-paced environment while effectively managing multiple priorities and go-to-market calendars.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Merchandising, Business, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field preferred.
• 5-7+ years of merchandising, buying, or related retail experience, with category leadership experience strongly preferred.
• Strong financial acumen and analytical capabilities, including sales and profitability analysis.
• Proven ability to develop product strategies that balance trend, customer demand, and commercial objectives.
• Strong fashion sensibility with an eye for product, market trends, and consumer preferences.
• Experience partnering closely with Design while maintaining a focus on profitability and business results.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional partners and build strong working relationships.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and innovation.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing business priorities and evolving market trends.

The Solomon Page Distinction

Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.

About Solomon Page

Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, and LinkedIn.

Opportunity Awaits.