Accessories Merchandise Manager

PVH • New York, NY

8d

About The Position

Be part of an iconic story. At Calvin Klein, we believe in fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture by celebrating different perspectives, backgrounds and beliefs to truly connect with our associates and consumers. Join us and have a meaningful impact on the world – and – endless opportunities to design your future. Immerse yourself in Calvin Klein here! ( YouTube , Instagram , TikTok ) Position Summary: The Merchandise Manager for Women’s Accessories leads the creation of product strategy and brand growth for global markets. This position collaborates closely with Design, Product Development, Global Merchandising Planning, Market Merch, and regional business units to create, implement and execute seasonal product assortment needs. This person is responsible for driving the Women’s full price merchandising strategy and initiatives through a customer-focused, team-oriented approach, collecting and synthesizing consumer insights to achieve the brand’s financial goals.

Requirements

• 8-10 years of Global Merchandising experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising or equivalent
• Excellent product sensibility and conceptual ability
• Comprehensive understanding of retail math
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills
• Ability to take initiative, ownership, and accountability for specific business
• Strong sense of teamwork and ability to multi-task
• Ability to motivate and develop a team

Responsibilities

• Lead the Women’s merchandising strategy across all channels, leveraging product opportunities and business initiatives across global markets
• Partner with Design and Product Development throughout the entire conceptual and commercialization process to build an assortment that addresses both brand and customer needs
• Partner with Market Merch and Regional Merch to understand, influence and drive business objectives/customer needs, as well as, identify product opportunities and develop product that supports their unique customer needs
• Partner with Global Merchandising Planning to analyze buy sell in and customer sell out to gain a thorough understanding of the business, identify product opportunities and financial projections
• Manage category KPIs (not limited to): sku, sales and productivity targets; own pricing strategy; work closely with design, product development and global merchandising planning to achieve gross margin financial objectives
• Maintain updated knowledge of key competitor products, distribution, and pricing strategies
• Communicate changes and impacts cross-functionally in an effective manner
• Ensure that corporate deadlines are met to deliver product on a timely basis
• Collaborate with Design and Global Marketing to identify seasonal brand and product messaging
• Partner with Global Marketing, Product Development and VM on trims, packaging and in store execution
• Manage and oversee Go To Market assets (Global Market Launch) by working closely with Studio Operations and Regional Merch on digital selling tools and styling
• Create and foster a strong culture of learning and development for direct reports and team

Benefits

• Competitive pay, bonus programs, best in class medical insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and more.
• An above-market 401(k) contribution to help our eligible associates save for retirement.
• Generous company-paid holidays, paid time off, hybrid working arrangements, volunteer opportunities, seasonal hours, and flexible work schedules.
• A variety of wellbeing tools and programs such as, Headspace membership, reimbursement for fitness memberships and/or digital meditation subscriptions, and the opportunity to earn up to $200 a year in rewards for exercising and participating in healthy activities.
• Access to services for childcare, elder care, adoption preparation, pet care, plus reimbursement for backup care when your regular plans fall through.
• Receive support for continued education including tuition reimbursement.
• Shop at our company outlets and e-commerce sites at a discount.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees