Roark Ecommerce Merchandiser

OluKai-Kaenon-melin-Roark • Irvine, CA

4d • $80,000 - $110,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Roark is seeking an analytically sharp and brand-literate Ecommerce Merchandiser to manage the digital product experience on its Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) channel. This role combines commerce and creativity, using data and merchandising instincts to ensure the right products are presented to the right customers at the right time. The Ecom Merchandiser will be responsible for assortment strategy, site merchandising, inventory health, and end-of-life planning for the Roark digital storefront. This position requires cross-functional collaboration with Merchandising, Planning, Marketing, and Operations to enhance both customer experience and business performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years of experience in Ecom merchandising, digital buying, or site merchandising within the apparel or consumer goods industry.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets; experience with Ecom analytics platforms (Shopify, Google Analytics, or similar).
• Demonstrated ability to manage OTB, inventory planning, and sell-through analysis.
• Proven track record of balancing brand and business objectives in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent cross-functional communication and collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with outdoor, surf, or lifestyle apparel brands.
• Familiarity with Elastic, NuOrder, or comparable digital catalog/order management platforms.
• Exposure to DTC growth-stage businesses with a blend of wholesale and direct channels.
• Understanding of trend forecasting and consumer behavior research methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Curate seasonal assortments that align with brand direction, seasonal storytelling, and customer demand.
• Drive site merchandising strategy, including data-informed recommendations on which styles should remain live based on performance, inventory position, and trend relevance.
• Partner with marketing to ensure product presentation, sequencing, and content align with campaign priorities and brand narrative.
• Manage inventory levels, replenishment, and OTB planning to support revenue and margin goals.
• Develop end-of-life (EOL) strategies to maximize sell-through while minimizing aged inventory exposure.
• Monitor SKU productivity and identify assortment opportunities, gaps, and redundancies on an ongoing basis.
• Analyze key KPIs including sell-through, conversion, AUR, inventory turn, and SKU productivity to make data-driven merchandising decisions.
• Build and maintain regular reporting cadences to keep stakeholders informed of channel performance and inventory health.
• Leverage trend analysis, customer insights, and competitive research to identify growth opportunities and improve assortment strategy.
• Collaborate with Merchandising, Planning, Marketing, and Operations to optimize the end-to-end customer experience and business performance.
• Serve as the Ecom channel voice in seasonal line reviews and go-to-market planning.
• Provide actionable feedback loops to product and planning teams based on digital channel performance data.

Benefits

• Complimentary chef prepared breakfast and lunch provided Monday - Thursday
• Generous product gift program and all brand discounts
• Company bonus program
• 5 year and 10 year Anniversary gifts and travel to desirable destinations, in accordance with plan guidelines
• Wellness program
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance in accordance with plan guidelines
• Company paid life insurance
• 401k with employer match in accordance with plan guidelines
• 15 Days of PTO plus one additional day of PTO every year on your anniversary and 3 Floating Holidays per year
• Paid beach and giveback days, bi annual team building events and other in person celebrations
• Dog friendly office

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level