Job Description
Join our award-winning luxury retail team as we redefine the future of merchandising. As Senior Merchandise Manager, you'll drive strategic product selection, optimize inventory lifecycles, and elevate customer experiences in our flagship Manhattan boutique. This role offers unparalleled growth opportunities in a dynamic, design-forward environment where your vision directly impacts our brand's success.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute seasonal merchandise assortments aligned with brand identity and market trends
- Analyze sales data to optimize inventory turnover and margin performance
- Collaborate with visual merchandising teams to create compelling in-store experiences
- Manage vendor relationships and negotiate strategic partnerships
- Lead cross-functional initiatives with marketing, operations, and design teams
- Monitor competitive landscape and identify emerging product opportunities
- Train and mentor junior merchandising staff
Qualifications
- 8+ years of luxury retail merchandising experience with proven P&L responsibility
- Expertise in data-driven decision making using retail analytics platforms
- Strong negotiation skills and vendor management background
- BA in Merchandising, Business, or related field (MBA preferred)
- Proficiency in retail ERP systems (e.g., Oracle Retail, SAP)
- Deep understanding of luxury consumer behavior and market dynamics
- Exceptional leadership and cross-departmental collaboration abilities