Sr. Manager, Category Merchandising

Under Armour•Baltimore, MD

42d•$121,387 - $166,907•Hybrid

About The Position

At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more, and the company's values - Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes and Stand for Equality - serve as both a roadmap for our teams and the qualities expected of every teammate. Our Values define and unite us, the beliefs that are the red thread that connects everyone at Under Armour. Our values are rallying cries, reminding us why we're here, and fueling everything we do. Our pursuit of better begins with innovation and with our team's mission of being the best. With us, you get the freedom to go further - no matter your role. That means developing, delivering, and selling the state-of-the-art products and digital tools that make top performers even better. If you are a current Under Armour teammate, apply to this position on the Internal Career Site Here. Purpose of Role The Sr. Manager, Regional Merchandising - Apparel, owns the development of comprehensive category merchandising strategies tailored to the respective regional channel businesses. This role has a strategic emphasis on Men's Apparel; particularly in cultivating growth among key categories. You'll play a pivotal role in advancing Under Armour's presence through targeted merchandising strategies tailored to regional priorities. This Sr. Manager serves as an expert in the respective gender, categories, and trends within the region. This includes creating line plans to meet consumer and account needs while ensuring alignment with financial goals and growth opportunities. The Sr. Merchant works cross-functionally throughout UA to inspire a collaborative and supportive operating environment and be a consensus-builder who drives results.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with typically 10 years of relevant experience or Master's degree with typically 8 years of relevant experience or typically 14 years of relevant experience without degree.
Typically 3 - 5 years of management experience; or equivalent experience as the subject matter lead or expert in area of expertise.
Demonstrated track record of leadership in merchandising and business growth.
Proven ability to develop profitable merchandising strategies and collaborate effectively across internal teams.
Strong leadership and mentorship skills, fostering a collaborative environment that drives outstanding results.
Decisive and resolute in decision-making, even in ambiguous situations.

Responsibilities

Lead the development of a comprehensive long-term merchandising strategy for the respective business.
Develop and establish line architectures that meet regional requirements and align with financial targets and regional growth opportunities.
Drive SKU productivity and efficiency improvements across the respective business.
Manage marketplace operations by implementing segmentation and exclusivity strategies aligned with channel and business objectives.
Collaborate with Channel Merchandising and Product Teams to identify new growth opportunities and revenue streams.
Support Go-to-Market initiatives in partnership with Marketing, including seasonal storytelling, investment priorities, and product launches.
Conduct post-mortem analyses to track market shifts and evaluate performance metrics, enabling agile responses to business trends.
Present category/gender business results at cross-functional meetings, fostering consensus and relationships with key partners.
Build Consensus and Relationships with Cross-Functional Partners and act as a dynamic change agent, thought-leader, and connector to drive Merchandising excellence at UA.
Lead and mentor a high-preforming team to promote a culture of collaboration, innovation, and trust.

Benefits

Paid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support initiatives in your local community
Under Armour Merchandise Discounts
Competitive 401(k) plan matching
Maternity and Parental Leave for eligible and FMLA-eligible teammates
Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources- We offer teammates across the country programs to promote physical activity and overall well-being

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