Timberland: Merchandising Manager, PRO

Timberland•Stratham, NH

7d•$84,000 - $105,000

About The Position

At Timberland, we’re a force of nature. We’re a team that steps outside, works hard together, and moves the world forward. The brand is widely recognized as the arbiter of boot culture. With a rich heritage of craftsmanship and an eye toward the future, Timberland has a decades-long commitment to make products responsibly, protect the outdoors, and build community. So, before we get to the job details, take a minute to learn a little more about us – our values and our culture. If you can see yourself working side-by-side with a team of fun, adventure-loving people, Timberland just may be the place for you. To learn more about our values and our culture, visit Timberland Careers or www.timberland.com. Merchandising Manager, PRO What will you do? A day in the life of a Merchandising Manager (PRO) at Timberland looks a little like this: You will be a key member of the Americas Regional Merchandising team focused on driving the total Timberland PRO Workwear business across the Americas marketplace! You will work closely with several cross-functional departments including the Global Merchandising, Regional Planning, Regional Marketing, and Regional Commercial teams to bring curated PRO Footwear, Apparel, and Accessories assortments to life in both DTC and Wholesale channels. You will report to the Head of Merchandising for the Americas. Let’s break down that day-in-the-life a bit more. Partner with Head of Merchandising to define marketplace strategy across DTC and Wholesale channels for PRO product lines that ties to the long-term merchandise financial plans. This will include providing input on product briefs in alignment with Global Merchandising that will drive the strategy. Create curated channel assortments that enable regional commercial execution while aligning with brand and market objectives. Develop and manage regional line architecture, pricing, and assortment strategies, inclusive of franchise and lifecycle management. Act as primary contact to Regional Planning counterparts to help steer and execute seasonal financial plans based on global and regional PRO product strategies. Prepare for and present at each internal seasonal GTM milestone. Gain alignment on strategy and assortment execution from key regional stakeholders through relevant data extraction, strong influencing, and effective communication skills. Ensure curated assortments come to life in key wholesale accounts and DTC channels. Prepare for and present PRO regional strategies and product lines at external key account meetings. Constantly monitor consumer demand trends, using insights to shape planning and assortment decisions. Execute ad-hoc reporting and analysis to support seasonal product assortment decision-making.

Requirements

The ability to work within a high-functioning, dynamic environment in a fast-paced, multi-dimensional role, both independently and as a collaborative team player.
You enjoy problem-solving, learning through doing, and approaching tasks with a “can-do,” positive attitude.
Proficiency in Microsoft applications such as PowerPoint and Excel is necessary
Effective communication skills, both oral and written
Strong presentation skills
The ability to effectively interpret data, understand KPIs, and make decisions and communicate using your analysis
Focus and high attention to detail
5-7 years of experience and professional achievements in Merchandising or Buying

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and high interest in the business and culture of Work
Experience working at the corporate headquarters of a major footwear and/or apparel brand

Responsibilities

Partner with Head of Merchandising to define marketplace strategy across DTC and Wholesale channels for PRO product lines that ties to the long-term merchandise financial plans.
Providing input on product briefs in alignment with Global Merchandising that will drive the strategy.
Create curated channel assortments that enable regional commercial execution while aligning with brand and market objectives.
Develop and manage regional line architecture, pricing, and assortment strategies, inclusive of franchise and lifecycle management.
Act as primary contact to Regional Planning counterparts to help steer and execute seasonal financial plans based on global and regional PRO product strategies.
Prepare for and present at each internal seasonal GTM milestone.
Gain alignment on strategy and assortment execution from key regional stakeholders through relevant data extraction, strong influencing, and effective communication skills.
Ensure curated assortments come to life in key wholesale accounts and DTC channels.
Prepare for and present PRO regional strategies and product lines at external key account meetings.
Constantly monitor consumer demand trends, using insights to shape planning and assortment decisions.
Execute ad-hoc reporting and analysis to support seasonal product assortment decision-making.