Cole Haan
Director, Product Merchandising (PLM), Women's Premium Footwear
Cole Haan, New York, New York, us, 10261
Responsible for supporting and driving the women's footwear category to achieve and exceed company revenue and category performance objectives with direction from the Vice President, Women's Footwear, Product Merchandising.
CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Create Line Plan inclusive of the seasonal product strategy by tier and zone, that aligns with the company mission and brands directionAnalyze selling reports provided by business channels for new and existing collections, styles, skus/colors for in-season selling performance; Communicate findings in a visual/analytic mannerComplete understanding of the product market and how Cole Haan fills her closet with unique product offering from all zonesAbility to identify white space and brief product to fill while stealing market share from other brandsGenerate ad hoc reports for past season performance or forecast reports for upcoming seasons to inform line planning and product life cycle managementPartner with manager to create compelling, balanced collections across categories ensuring the support global brand directionEstablish target pricing and partner with production and costing team, tech design and design to achieve product category IMU targetsHave a voice in proto review and line reviewsManage line via PLM system, update accurately, and share cross functionallyDrive the creation of document/tools for adoption and global sales meeting to then present to global teamsExcellent communication and presentation skillsEnsure all data integrity, from line plan kick off through sales meeting is accurate and current in PLM system in partnership for design, product development and costing teamsMaintain and track changes to merchandise assortments by season; communicate changes to all cross-functional team members (design, PD, costing, channels)Provide assortment information to global marketing teams and partner with cross functional team to ensure product being handed-off for campaign shoots and digital assets is correctLead MOQ calls ensuring key initiatives are being metIdentify opportunities to streamline and create efficienciesKnowledge of competition and trends, identifying new opportunities appropriate Cole HaanMerchandising experience a mustEnjoy working collaboratively. Strong communication, interpersonal & teamwork skillsDemonstrates leadership and influencing skillsHighly organized, detail oriented & accurateStrong analytical & retail math skillsAbility to manage multiple tasks simultaneouslyAct as the point of contact for product-related questions for business channelsResearch competitive landscape and marketplace for insight into white space opportunities and trendsCoordinate samples for meeting and presentationsWork proactively & independentlySpecial projects as assignedBachelor's Degree6+ years previous related experience in Merchandising or Product Management in Women's Dress, casual/sport lifestyle footwearProficient in Microsoft Office, advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint, & PLMPrevious experience in SAP and MIROAble to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment with multiple prioritiesAble to work proactively & independentlyEntrepreneurial, positive working style
Base Salary/Hourly Range:
From $170,000 - 190,000 annually* + bonus potential
Bonus Eligibility:
Yes, eligible for annual target bonus based on company and individual performance
Benefits Offered:
Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Care, Health Savings Accounts, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Vacation Time, Sick Time, Paid Parental Leave, Holidays and Cole Haan Discounts
*Rate of pay dependent upon candidates' relevant skills and experience
This position is not available to be performed in Colorado.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Cole Haan is committed to meeting the spirit as well as the letter of the law. We have been, and continue to be, committed to Equal Opportunity Employment and equal treatment of all qualified individuals -- regardless of race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or any other factors that are not job related.
CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Create Line Plan inclusive of the seasonal product strategy by tier and zone, that aligns with the company mission and brands directionAnalyze selling reports provided by business channels for new and existing collections, styles, skus/colors for in-season selling performance; Communicate findings in a visual/analytic mannerComplete understanding of the product market and how Cole Haan fills her closet with unique product offering from all zonesAbility to identify white space and brief product to fill while stealing market share from other brandsGenerate ad hoc reports for past season performance or forecast reports for upcoming seasons to inform line planning and product life cycle managementPartner with manager to create compelling, balanced collections across categories ensuring the support global brand directionEstablish target pricing and partner with production and costing team, tech design and design to achieve product category IMU targetsHave a voice in proto review and line reviewsManage line via PLM system, update accurately, and share cross functionallyDrive the creation of document/tools for adoption and global sales meeting to then present to global teamsExcellent communication and presentation skillsEnsure all data integrity, from line plan kick off through sales meeting is accurate and current in PLM system in partnership for design, product development and costing teamsMaintain and track changes to merchandise assortments by season; communicate changes to all cross-functional team members (design, PD, costing, channels)Provide assortment information to global marketing teams and partner with cross functional team to ensure product being handed-off for campaign shoots and digital assets is correctLead MOQ calls ensuring key initiatives are being metIdentify opportunities to streamline and create efficienciesKnowledge of competition and trends, identifying new opportunities appropriate Cole HaanMerchandising experience a mustEnjoy working collaboratively. Strong communication, interpersonal & teamwork skillsDemonstrates leadership and influencing skillsHighly organized, detail oriented & accurateStrong analytical & retail math skillsAbility to manage multiple tasks simultaneouslyAct as the point of contact for product-related questions for business channelsResearch competitive landscape and marketplace for insight into white space opportunities and trendsCoordinate samples for meeting and presentationsWork proactively & independentlySpecial projects as assignedBachelor's Degree6+ years previous related experience in Merchandising or Product Management in Women's Dress, casual/sport lifestyle footwearProficient in Microsoft Office, advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint, & PLMPrevious experience in SAP and MIROAble to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment with multiple prioritiesAble to work proactively & independentlyEntrepreneurial, positive working style
Base Salary/Hourly Range:
From $170,000 - 190,000 annually* + bonus potential
Bonus Eligibility:
Yes, eligible for annual target bonus based on company and individual performance
Benefits Offered:
Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Care, Health Savings Accounts, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Vacation Time, Sick Time, Paid Parental Leave, Holidays and Cole Haan Discounts
*Rate of pay dependent upon candidates' relevant skills and experience
This position is not available to be performed in Colorado.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Cole Haan is committed to meeting the spirit as well as the letter of the law. We have been, and continue to be, committed to Equal Opportunity Employment and equal treatment of all qualified individuals -- regardless of race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or any other factors that are not job related.