Job Description
Join our dynamic retail team at Urban Retail Collective, where innovation meets style. As a Senior Merchandise Manager, you'll drive our fashion-forward vision by curating product assortments that captivate customers and maximize profitability. We're seeking a strategic leader with a passion for retail trends and a track record of delivering exceptional results in fast-paced environments.
Our ideal candidate thrives in creative collaboration and data-driven decision-making. You'll partner with design, marketing, and supply chain teams to transform market insights into compelling retail experiences. If you're ready to shape the future of fashion retail and lead a high-performing merchandise team, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute merchandise strategies aligned with brand identity and sales targets
- Analyze market trends, sales data, and competitor activities to inform assortment planning
- Collaborate with vendors to negotiate contracts and ensure optimal inventory levels
- Lead cross-functional teams to implement seasonal product launches and promotional campaigns
- Monitor KPIs including sell-through rates, margins, and inventory turnover
- Train and mentor junior merchandising staff on best practices and brand standards
- Present merchandise performance reports to senior leadership with actionable insights
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Merchandising, Business, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in retail merchandise management
- Proven track record of meeting/exceeding sales and margin goals
- Expertise in inventory management systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle Retail)
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools
- Exceptional negotiation and vendor relationship management abilities
- Keen understanding of fashion retail trends and consumer behavior
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams in fast-paced retail environments