Vice President, Merchandising

Vice President, MerchandisingAbout the CompanyPopular manufacturer & marketer of apparel for babies & childrenIndustryApparel & FashionTypePublic CompanyFounded1865Employees10,001+CategoriesE-CommerceRetailApparelBusiness ClassificationsE-CommerceAbout the RoleThe Company is seeking a VP, Merchandising to lead the cross-functional team in the development of product and brand strategies. The successful candidate will be responsible for category strategy leadership, brand strategy leadership, and driving the achievement of financial goals. This role requires a strategic leader with a proven track record in retail buying or merchandising, particularly in the apparel sector, and the ability to influence and gain alignment on strategies that drive business, style, and innovation. The VP, Merchandising will also be tasked with leading business and creative decisions for final assortments, maintaining awareness of the competitive landscape, and ensuring the team is on track to meet margin and sales goals. Candidates for the VP, Merchandising position at the company should have a minimum of 10 years' of experience in retail buying or merchandising, with at least 3 years' at the director level. The role demands a leader with a strong ability to build business strategies, implement tactical plans, and drive financial results. A background in leading the product development process within a highly matrixed organization and a successful track record in managing large-scale apparel brands is preferred. The ideal candidate will have a strong aesthetic point of view, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and experience working with a wholesale channel. The company values team members who lead courageously, collaborate broadly, are customer-focused, drive growth, and cultivate innovation.Hiring Manager TitleSVP, MerchandisingTravel PercentLess than 10%FunctionsBusiness DevelopmentSales/RevenueMarketing