Merchant

Job summary
The Merchant helps to develop and drive a category of business's strategies and seasonal assortment plans based on customer knowledge and market understanding.They critically evaluate the assortment and react to in-season performance/trends.The Merchant collaborates with cross-functional teams and supports training within the company.
Job seniority: mid-to-senior level
Responsibilities
• Lead cross-functional partnerships and clear communication.• Develop leadership presence and positive influence.• Translate customer insights into actionable recommendations for assortment strategy.• Execute seasonal financial plan while preserving brand position.• Accountable for sales and margin targets.• Select, train, and develop a diverse team.• Manage high-pressure situations and solve problems proactively.• Give, seek, and take feedback for growth and development.• Handle sample availability, trend analysis, and testing agenda.• Ensure price-value relationship and manage in-season opportunities.
Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business Administration, or relevant area.• 3-5 years of merchandising or relevant experience.• Strong understanding of vertically integrated retail operations.• Broad-based business acumen with potential for growth.• High intelligence, analytical thinking, and strategic skills.• Sense of brand and customer intimacy.• Fashion sense with talent in envisioning and interpreting trends.• Conflict management and problem-solving skills.• Ability to enhance cooperative working relationships.• Strong organizational skills, multitasking, and prioritization.• Effective communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.• Leadership and inspiring qualities with integrity and trust.• Proficiency in MS Office, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.