Associate Merchant - Women's Knits
About The Position
At Madewell, an Associate Merchant helps manage the execution of seasonal assortments and serves as a point person for cross-functional business partners in production, marketing, design, allocation, and planning. The role also helps drive strategy for assigned categories, including Women's Knits. The Associate Merchant builds on-trend omnichannel assortments with channel-specific strategies, monitors market and industry trends, manages merchandising systems and information, and analyzes sales and inventory to inform current and future business plans. The position works with planning on pre-season assortment planning and buying, collaborates on inventory management and pricing strategies, reviews new receipts against business trends, and maintains a highly SKU-intensive assortment with substantial purchase order and system maintenance. The posting describes Madewell as a brand creating premium denim and foundational wardrobe pieces since 2006, with a commitment to diversity, equity, belonging, and sustainability. J.Crew Group describes its culture as focused on belonging, equal opportunity, and welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of merchandising experience.
- Proficiency in Excel.
- Demonstrated analytical and business skills.
- Strong presentation skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with a reporting or business analysis system such as Power BI.
Responsibilities
- Build an on-trend omnichannel assortment with channel-specific strategies in mind.
- Initiate market and competitor analysis and stay current on industry trends.
- Manage merchandising systems and information management.
- Communicate changes to cross-functional partners in planning, production, design, and wholesale.
- Participate in store visits.
- Prepare and analyze omnichannel selling recaps; recommend ways to optimize current sales and influence future plans.
- Partner with planning before the season to plan and buy the department based on comprehensive analysis, including prior-year results and current business.
- Participate in inventory management and control with planning and distribution teams.
- Participate in pricing and profit strategies, including suggesting promotions and markdowns to drive profitable gross margin results.
- Review new receipts against business trends to maximize sales and stock.
- Manage a highly SKU-intensive assortment, including substantial purchase order and system maintenance.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, prescription, and vision insurance for eligible associates and family members.
- Family planning support, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support.
- Fitness discounts and medical travel benefits.
- Associate discount across J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell brands.
- Hybrid work model and summer Friday office closure at 1:00 PM during summer months.
- Community and philanthropic support through the J.Crew Cares Program.
- Winter break at the end of December for eligible full-time Home Office associates, in addition to PTO.
- Opportunity for a bonus.
- Competitive benefits and perks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
