Merchandising Strategy Lead

Tory Burch • New York, NY

3d

About The Position

The Merchandising Strategy Lead supports strategic growth across product categories by providing product-focused insights, analysis, and project management to the merchandising team. The role leads annual long-range strategic planning for the Merchandising and Supply Chain organization and, with merchandising leads, develops product strategies across categories including Mainline and Outlet, leather goods, footwear, ready-to-wear, and jewelry. This work includes competitive reviews, evaluating assortment architecture and mix, and ensuring global relevance.

The role provides market, competitive, and consumer insights; conducts industry analysis and identifies key trends; and prepares executive- and Board-level materials presenting insights and product strategies. It also leads project management for priority cross-functional initiatives, aligning stakeholders and supporting delivery of business outcomes. Success requires strong analytical and project-management capabilities, effective communication of complex ideas, and the ability to build relationships with senior leaders and partners across functions in a dynamic environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least 10 years of experience in retail, merchandising, or consumer-facing businesses.
• Strong project-management and analytical skills.
• Creative and strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in ambiguous environments and adapt to change.
• Strong attention to detail and solid financial acumen.
• Strong verbal and written presentation skills, including the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work quickly, effectively, and efficiently under pressure.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and build relationships across organizational functions and levels.

Nice To Haves

• MBA preferred.
• Three to five years of experience at a top-tier management consulting firm preferred.
• Experience working on projects in the fashion or apparel business preferred.
• Management consulting experience with exposure to retail or merchandising.

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual long-range strategic planning process for the Merchandising and Supply Chain organization.
• Lead product strategy deep dives with merchandising leads across a range of categories, including Mainline and Outlet, leather goods, footwear, ready-to-wear, and jewelry.
• Conduct competitive reviews, assess product assortment architecture and mix, and help ensure global relevance.
• Project manage key cross-functional initiatives to advance company goals and business priorities.
• Provide in-depth market and competitive insight to inform growth across product categories.
• Work cross-functionally to provide consumer insights and analyze drivers of the business across product categories.
• Compile industry analysis and identify key trends.
• Prepare executive- and Board-level documents presenting insights and product strategies.
• Provide project-management leadership for priority cross-functional initiatives, ensuring stakeholder alignment and progress toward stated business outcomes.
• Build trust-based relationships and communicate effectively with audiences, including senior Merchandising and Supply Chain leaders.

Benefits

• Generous employee discount and access to exclusive sample sales.
• Free on-demand executive coaching.
• Paid volunteer days and opportunities to give back through the Tory Burch Foundation.
• Benefits intended to support mental and physical health, financial security, and wellness.
• Competitive pay and rewards for high performance.

What This Job Offers

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