Sweet Apparel Inc. is a leader in Juniors', Women's, Men's, and Kids' fast fashion apparel. Sweet Apparel designs, manufactures, and imports apparel under its own labels as well as multiple Private labels. Our clothing can be found at major retailers including TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Ross, Macy's, and more. We are growing and looking for a full-time Senior Merchandiser!
Please note:
this is an on-site position in Midtown Manhattan where we work in office 5 days/week!
Key Responsibilities:- Lead brand and product strategy – from concept phase with design through execution at store level, including long range strategy setting, seasonal strategy, and line-planning
- Identify business opportunities and risks in season through analyzing and communicating sales performance gathering marketplace information
- Partner with Design team to ensure design vision is captured while meeting and exceeding revenue and profit goals
- Understand the target customer archetypes, informed by a deep knowledge of the consumer and competitive landscape and in support of the brand priorities
- Identify growth opportunities validated by analytics, commercial hindsight learnings, and global market research
- Accountable for financial performance by monitoring sales, identifying losses, competitive analysis regarding pricing, profit, marketing, etc
- Oversee seasonal brand merchandising strategies and assortment presentations to commercial and cross functional partners
- Create clear product briefs for all new developments; clearly articulating target customer, competitive benchmarks and product attributes
- Maintain knowledge of industry/market trends through business, competitive analysis and a synthesis of commercial feedback and input
- Strengthen the talent of the company by leading peers, promoting successful partnerships, and managing effective and diverse teams
Qualifications:- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business Administration or relevant area 5+ years of experience in merchandising or relevant experience
- High intelligence with a true entrepreneurial risk mentality, strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
- Acute sense of brand and customer intimacy
- Acute fashion sense with proven talent to envision and interpret fashion trends
- Proficient in conflict management and problem-solving
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize
- Demonstrated ability in communication, presentation, negotiating and influencing skills
- Systems and computer proficiency (MS Office, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)
What We Offer:- Health insurance, 401k plan, Paid Vacation, Sick days and Paid Holidays
- Summer Fridays
- Collaborative, fast-paced, and creative work environment
- Professional growth opportunities within a global fashion manufacturing organization
- Target compensation for this role starts at $75k dependent on experience
