Senior Sales Leader & Merchandiser – Apparel

Avancer Homes LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

profit sharing

paid time off

paid sick leave

Job summary

Hawke & Co in New York, NY, seeks a Senior Sales Leader & Merchandiser to drive revenue, shape merchandising strategy, and lead a high-performing sales team across retail partners.

The role requires 7+ years in apparel sales/merchandising, strong leadership and analytical skills, and the ability to build relationships with buyers and senior management. Travel as needed and a path to scale growth are offered.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in apparel sales, merchandising, or leadership roles.
• Proven track record of driving revenue growth.
• Strong, established relationships within the retail and apparel industry.
• Ability to lead and build high-performing teams.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute sales and merchandising strategies to drive revenue growth and profitability.
• Meet and exceed sales targets.
• Analyze sales performance, trends, and market opportunities.
• Develop merchandising strategies that maximize sell-through and reduce inventory risk.
• Partner closely with buyers and senior management.
• Identify and capitalize on new business opportunities. Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing sales team.
• Establish scalable processes and reporting structures.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration.
• Lead strategic initiatives and special projects.

Skills

Revenue growth

Leadership

Relationship building

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Travel willingness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Sales Leader & Merchandiser – Apparel

Location: New York, NY

Company: Hawke & Co

Job Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $120,000 – $250,000 annually

Benefits: Medical insurance, 401(k) with company match, profit sharing, paid time off, and paid sick leave.

About the Company

Established in 1958, Hawke & Co is a leader in men’s and ladies outdoor performance apparel, recognized for

innovation, quality, and strong retail partnerships. We are seeking a high-impact Senior Sales

Leader & Merchandiser to drive revenue growth, shape merchandising strategy, and build a

high-performing sales organization.

Position Overview

This role is a Senior leadership position responsible for driving sales, developing

merchandising strategies, and leading key relationships across retail partners. The ideal candidate

is both a strong leader and visionary—capable of scaling business, influencing senior

Management , and building a results-driven team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute sales and merchandising strategies to drive revenue growth and profitability
• Meet and exceed sales targets
• Analyze sales performance, trends, and market opportunities
• Develop merchandising strategies that maximize sell-through and reduce inventory risk
• Partner closely with buyers and senior management
• Identify and capitalize on new business opportunitiesBuild, mentor, and lead a high-performing sales team
• Establish scalable processes and reporting structures
• Drive cross-functional collaboration
• Lead strategic initiatives and special projects

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in apparel sales, merchandising, or leadership roles
• Proven track record of driving revenue growth
• Strong, established relationships within the retail and apparel industry
• Ability to lead and build high-performing teams
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Willingness to travel as needed

Why Join Us

This is a leadership opportunity to make a direct impact on a growing brand.

You will play a key role in shaping sales strategy, building a team, and driving long-term success