Project Manager, Merchandising

TravisMathew•Huntington Beach, CA

About The Position

TravisMathew is a premium apparel brand that exists because we seized an opportunity—and we’re inviting you to take yours. Back in 2007, we saw there weren’t many companies whose clothing bridged the gap between performance and lifestyle, so we created our own. Inspired by the sun, surf, and sand of Southern California, we became a leading innovator in lifestyle performance apparel by making clothes for real life—plus working with premium wholesalers, building a leading e-commerce business, and opening retail stores around the world. We invite you to join team TravisMathew. The Merchandise Project Manager is responsible for planning and overseeing Merchandising meetings and projects from ideation to completion with the primary objective of increasing the flow of output and efficiency and adding structure and support to the team. This individual will interact with a range of internal and external stakeholders while managing several moving project parts simultaneously.

Requirements

Proficient in Microsoft Applications with a focus on Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and ideally Project
Highly motivated self-starter who can successfully manage numerous deadlines and evolving priorities
Strong organization, attention to detail and follow-up skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
Bachelor’s Degree, preferred
3+ years’ experience in project management or merchandising
Ideally experienced in the apparel industry.
Ideally experienced using project management tools

Responsibilities

Utilize JIRA (and other Project Management tools) to assign projects and coordinate internal resources
Create project timelines to control workflow and ensure all Design initiatives are delivered on time
Partner with Manager to monitor / manage team workload and identify priority projects
Partner with Men’s Project Manager to promote communication and assure alignment across both divisions.
Support management team with the resolution of complex business, operational, and ad-hoc issues
Operate as the liaison between E2E process/team members and merchandising.
Set up all meetings, including agendas and attendees associated necessary
Review project requests in detail to ensure necessary information is provided prior to starting project
Develop detailed project plans and timelines for all projects
Manage project progress, conflicts and challenges and adapt workflow as required
Provide clear communication on project status, expectations, and timing to key stakeholders
Lead weekly project meetings and provide detailed recaps to key stakeholders
Maintain and distribute work list with prioritized deadlines to merchandisers
Support on Power Point presentations as needed.