OneBBX
Sr. Director of Merchandise
OneBBX, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, us, 33336
Step Into The Sweet Life!
Want to be part of a fast-growing and SWEET company? Join the team at our home office in downtown Fort Lauderdale! The position is a hybrid role, working at our home office Tuesday through Thursday and remotely Monday and Friday.
Who we are...
IT'SUGAR was founded to create an environment that fosters the greatest feeling of happiness and humor; that allows you to smile and laugh out loud without judgment. Expanding rapidly, with over 100 locations nationwide, IT'SUGAR aspires to a future where everyone has access to the pure joy that comes from indulging in a world with fewer rules and more sugar.
There are three major things that differentiate IT'SUGAR from other candy retailers. One is the product - an unconventional twist on traditional candy store goods that focus on the humorous and outlandish. Second is the ambiance - full of bright colors, loud music, and lighthearted rebellion. Third is the people - passionate, optimistic, and energetic.
As the Senior Director of Merchandise at IT'SUGAR, you will lead our merchandise strategy, driving product assortment, category growth, and the overall customer experience. Reporting to the Vice President of Brand and Merchandise, you will oversee the merchandise team and ensure IT'SUGAR continues to deliver compelling, trend-driven assortments that align with our brand ethos of fun and entertainment. This role demands a leader who can balance the creative with the analytical, ensuring profitability while maintaining IT'SUGAR's signature playful personality.
What you'll do? IT'S Exciting!
Strategic Merchandising Leadership:Develop and execute the overall merchandise strategy to align with IT'SUGAR's brand and business goals.Lead and mentor the merchandise team, fostering a collaborative, high-performance environment.Drive innovation in product assortment, ensuring IT'SUGAR stays ahead of market trends and consumer preferences.Partner with cross-functional teams, including marketing, operations, and finance, to ensure seamless execution of merchandise strategies.Provide clear vision, goals, and expectations to your team, ensuring alignment with IT'SUGAR's strategic objectives.Category & Assortment Management:
Manage and optimize product assortments across all categories to ensure balanced, profitable growth.Conduct competitive analysis to identify opportunities for growth and differentiation.Oversee product selection, pricing, and promotions strategies that maximize sales and profitability.Vendor Relations & Sourcing:
Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable terms to enhance margins and exclusivity.Lead product development and sourcing strategies to deliver innovative, trend-right products to market in a timely manner.Ensure all products align with IT'SUGAR's quality standards and brand integrity.Inventory & Financial Planning:
Collaborate with the planning team to optimize inventory levels, ensuring in-stock positions while minimizing excess inventory.Analyze performance data to drive decisions related to assortment, pricing, and markdown strategies.Develop and manage annual budgets, sales forecasts, and margin targets.Retailtainment Integration:
Drive the integration of IT'SUGAR's unique brand of "IT'SUGARtainment" into merchandising strategies, ensuring that product offerings enhance the in-store customer experience.Collaborate with the creative and marketing teams to develop merchandising programs that drive traffic and sales, both in-store and online.What you need to join the fun! (besides SUGAR)
Bachelor's degree in merchandising, business, marketing, or related field; MBA is a plus.10+ years of merchandising experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a senior leadership role, ideally within a specialty retail or entertainment-focused brand.Demonstrated analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.Exceptional communication, presentation, and project management skills.Experience managing third-party vendors and consultants.Strong Computer Skills (MS Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).Proven success in leading merchandising teams and developing strategies that drive profitability and growth.Strong understanding of retail trends, product development, and supply chain management.Excellent negotiation, communication, and leadership skills.Ability to balance creativity with analytical thinking and a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences.Possesses an understanding of competitor positioning, differentiators, strengths and weaknesses.Ability to translate trends and knowledge into actionable opportunities.Agility and capability to respond to changes in consumer preferences and market trends.Ability to thrive in a creative, humorous, and fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.What's in it for you? IT'S Even Sweeter
Fun at Work! Socials and Happy Hours MonthlyHybrid Work ScheduleCareer Growth OpportunitiesTraining and Development30% Employee DiscountPerk Spot (Discount travel, events, etc.)401k with company matchFull Time Only
Medical, Dental, VisionPaid Time OffHealth Savings and Flexible Spending Account
Let's get Social! IT'S Cool
Website: www.itsugar.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/itsugarTwitter: www.twitter.com/itsugar
Join us in bringing the Fun Back to Retail!
Want to be part of a fast-growing and SWEET company? Join the team at our home office in downtown Fort Lauderdale! The position is a hybrid role, working at our home office Tuesday through Thursday and remotely Monday and Friday.
Who we are...
IT'SUGAR was founded to create an environment that fosters the greatest feeling of happiness and humor; that allows you to smile and laugh out loud without judgment. Expanding rapidly, with over 100 locations nationwide, IT'SUGAR aspires to a future where everyone has access to the pure joy that comes from indulging in a world with fewer rules and more sugar.
There are three major things that differentiate IT'SUGAR from other candy retailers. One is the product - an unconventional twist on traditional candy store goods that focus on the humorous and outlandish. Second is the ambiance - full of bright colors, loud music, and lighthearted rebellion. Third is the people - passionate, optimistic, and energetic.
As the Senior Director of Merchandise at IT'SUGAR, you will lead our merchandise strategy, driving product assortment, category growth, and the overall customer experience. Reporting to the Vice President of Brand and Merchandise, you will oversee the merchandise team and ensure IT'SUGAR continues to deliver compelling, trend-driven assortments that align with our brand ethos of fun and entertainment. This role demands a leader who can balance the creative with the analytical, ensuring profitability while maintaining IT'SUGAR's signature playful personality.
What you'll do? IT'S Exciting!
Strategic Merchandising Leadership:Develop and execute the overall merchandise strategy to align with IT'SUGAR's brand and business goals.Lead and mentor the merchandise team, fostering a collaborative, high-performance environment.Drive innovation in product assortment, ensuring IT'SUGAR stays ahead of market trends and consumer preferences.Partner with cross-functional teams, including marketing, operations, and finance, to ensure seamless execution of merchandise strategies.Provide clear vision, goals, and expectations to your team, ensuring alignment with IT'SUGAR's strategic objectives.Category & Assortment Management:
Manage and optimize product assortments across all categories to ensure balanced, profitable growth.Conduct competitive analysis to identify opportunities for growth and differentiation.Oversee product selection, pricing, and promotions strategies that maximize sales and profitability.Vendor Relations & Sourcing:
Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable terms to enhance margins and exclusivity.Lead product development and sourcing strategies to deliver innovative, trend-right products to market in a timely manner.Ensure all products align with IT'SUGAR's quality standards and brand integrity.Inventory & Financial Planning:
Collaborate with the planning team to optimize inventory levels, ensuring in-stock positions while minimizing excess inventory.Analyze performance data to drive decisions related to assortment, pricing, and markdown strategies.Develop and manage annual budgets, sales forecasts, and margin targets.Retailtainment Integration:
Drive the integration of IT'SUGAR's unique brand of "IT'SUGARtainment" into merchandising strategies, ensuring that product offerings enhance the in-store customer experience.Collaborate with the creative and marketing teams to develop merchandising programs that drive traffic and sales, both in-store and online.What you need to join the fun! (besides SUGAR)
Bachelor's degree in merchandising, business, marketing, or related field; MBA is a plus.10+ years of merchandising experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a senior leadership role, ideally within a specialty retail or entertainment-focused brand.Demonstrated analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.Exceptional communication, presentation, and project management skills.Experience managing third-party vendors and consultants.Strong Computer Skills (MS Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).Proven success in leading merchandising teams and developing strategies that drive profitability and growth.Strong understanding of retail trends, product development, and supply chain management.Excellent negotiation, communication, and leadership skills.Ability to balance creativity with analytical thinking and a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences.Possesses an understanding of competitor positioning, differentiators, strengths and weaknesses.Ability to translate trends and knowledge into actionable opportunities.Agility and capability to respond to changes in consumer preferences and market trends.Ability to thrive in a creative, humorous, and fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.What's in it for you? IT'S Even Sweeter
Fun at Work! Socials and Happy Hours MonthlyHybrid Work ScheduleCareer Growth OpportunitiesTraining and Development30% Employee DiscountPerk Spot (Discount travel, events, etc.)401k with company matchFull Time Only
Medical, Dental, VisionPaid Time OffHealth Savings and Flexible Spending Account
Let's get Social! IT'S Cool
Website: www.itsugar.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/itsugarTwitter: www.twitter.com/itsugar
Join us in bringing the Fun Back to Retail!