Merchant - J.Crew Women's Jewelry & Accessories

J.Crew • New York, NY

19h • $86,400 - $108,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Our Story J.Crew gets you dressed every day, for every occasion. Since 1983, we’ve been creating classics that feel familiar and refreshingly new, crafted with unbeatable quality and distinctive point of view—it’s no wonder we’ve been in your closet for four decades and counting. Today, we continue to do the classics our way, inspiring not only how you shop but how you define your personal style. Our commitment runs deeper than just making great clothes—we’re proud of our role in getting you dressed with confidence, character, and celebrating a distinctly American sensibility that makes us who we are. Our dedication to Diversity, Equity, Belonging & Sustainability has been celebrated with industry recognition, reflecting our commitment to fostering an inclusive and sustainable workplace. The Role + Purpose: Pre-Season Understand trend analysis and translate trend to commercial big ideas, identifying the next big thing Present pre-season strategy to cross-functional team Partner with planning to strategize budget and departmental opportunities Analyze seasonal and hindsight information, trends, product assortment, and competition to develop the strategy Participate in Design Board Reviews and provide feedback on silhouette, fabric, and color based on hindsight/strategy Build Roadmap for design articulating newness needs by month with AUC targets, as well as clear direction on carry forward products (where updates or new colors are needed) In Season Approve garment fit on key products/buys and ensure product execution meets the design aesthetic as well as commercially acceptable quality standards Drive partnership with planning and allocation on reviewing sales, receipts, markdown cadence and style color counts Analyze the competitive environment and use knowledge to positively impact results, making recommendations to leadership Utilize product strategies and analytical results to plan all merchandise buys, in accordance with budget, for each quarter and present the line at assortment and investment reviews Ability to evaluate financial and business indicators, evaluate reports and translate the data into actionable information to drive results Partner with marketing, styling, and visual to ensure key items and big bets are elevated and supported by the cross functional team

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years of experience
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong business acumen
• Self-motivated, multi-tasker
• High taste level

Responsibilities

• Understand trend analysis and translate trend to commercial big ideas, identifying the next big thing
• Present pre-season strategy to cross-functional team
• Partner with planning to strategize budget and departmental opportunities
• Analyze seasonal and hindsight information, trends, product assortment, and competition to develop the strategy
• Participate in Design Board Reviews and provide feedback on silhouette, fabric, and color based on hindsight/strategy
• Build Roadmap for design articulating newness needs by month with AUC targets, as well as clear direction on carry forward products (where updates or new colors are needed)
• Approve garment fit on key products/buys and ensure product execution meets the design aesthetic as well as commercially acceptable quality standards
• Drive partnership with planning and allocation on reviewing sales, receipts, markdown cadence and style color counts
• Analyze the competitive environment and use knowledge to positively impact results, making recommendations to leadership
• Utilize product strategies and analytical results to plan all merchandise buys, in accordance with budget, for each quarter and present the line at assortment and investment reviews
• Ability to evaluate financial and business indicators, evaluate reports and translate the data into actionable information to drive results
• Partner with marketing, styling, and visual to ensure key items and big bets are elevated and supported by the cross functional team

Benefits

• Health & Well-being - Eligible associates and family members receive medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance, family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support), fitness discounts, medical travel and more.
• Associate Discount - We love our products just as much as you do! That’s why we offer a great associate discount across all of our brands (J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell).
• Summer Fridays - In addition to our hybrid work model, we also close our office at 1:00 PM every Friday during the Summer months.
• Community Impact - We support the communities where we live and work through our philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program.
• Winter Break - In addition to our PTO package, J.Crew Group offers a winter break at the end of December to eligible full-time associates at the Home Office to provide time to refresh and recharge.

What This Job Offers

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