Outlet Leathergoods Merchandising Director

kate spade new york; New York (NY); On-site; USD 160,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401 (K)

Paid Paternity and Maternity leave

Commuter Benefits

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Kate Spade New York is seeking a senior merchandising leader to develop and drive the handbag and small leather goods assortment strategy across outlets. You will partner with design, product development, GMP, and business units to deliver cohesive brand-right product lines that maximize margins and growth.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in merchandising/buying with strong leadership, superb analytical skills, and a deep understanding of retail math.

Qualifications

• Strong merchandising sensibility and brand alignment across outlets.
• Experience translating brand vision into compelling product assortments.
• Proven track record with Leathergoods and category strategy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the merchandising product and assortment strategy for Outlet Handbags and Small Leathergoods.
• Create cohesive brand-right product assortments that drive business and customer demand.
• Collaborate with Design and Product Development to address brand strategies while maintaining margins.

Skills

Merchandising strategy

Brand partnership

Analytical thinking

Leadership & people management

Retail math

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

10+ years merchandising/buying experience

Minimum 4+ years people management

Job description

Kate Spade New York is seeking a senior merchandising leader to develop and drive the handbag and small leather goods assortment strategy across outlets. You will partner with design, product development, GMP, and business units to deliver cohesive brand-right product lines that maximize margins and growth.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in merchandising/buying with strong leadership, superb analytical skills, and a deep understanding of retail math.