Strategic Buying & Merchandising Leader

Brobston Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Brobston Group is seeking a strategic Merchandise Leader to maximize sales and profitability through product selection, assortment execution, and in-season performance management.

You will develop product strategies aligned with financial plans, partner with cross-functional and regional teams, travel quarterly (including Milan) to assort the line, and lead a team to deliver compelling customer experiences.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communications skills.
• Ability to influence cross-functional partners and build relationships.
• Knowledge of customer, marketplace, and product lifecycle concepts.
• Willingness to travel internationally and visit stores.

Responsibilities

• Formulate merchandise selection, procurement, and promotions, including quarterly Milan travel.
• Develop product and assortment strategies using customer insights, trends, and business analysis.
• Collaborate with planning, brand, image, and regional teams to boost profitability and customer experience.
• Assess growth and risk opportunities, present recommendations, and visit stores and competitors to identify market trends.
• Lead, coach, and develop direct reports, manage performance and priorities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Project organization

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Market knowledge

Product lifecycle

Leadership

Travel readiness

Job description

Brobston Group is seeking a strategic Merchandise Leader to maximize sales and profitability through product selection, assortment execution, and in-season performance management.

You will develop product strategies aligned with financial plans, partner with cross-functional and regional teams, travel quarterly (including Milan) to assort the line, and lead a team to deliver compelling customer experiences.