Timberland: Merchandiser, Apparel & Accessories - DTC (Americas)

VF Corporation

101d • $68,000 - $85,000

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. Apparel & Accessories Merchant - DTC What will you do? A day in the life of an Apparel and Accessories Merchant at Timberland looks a little like this. You will be a key member of the Americas Regional Merchandising team focused on driving the Apparel & Accessories businesses for all DTC channels across the Americas! You will work closely with several cross-functional departments including the Global Merchandising, Regional Planning, and Regional Marketing teams to bring curated assortments to life for Timberland Flagship and Full Price stores, Factory Outlet stores, and Timberland.com. You will report to the Merchandising Manager for Apparel & Accessories in the Americas. Let’s break down that day-in-the-life a bit more. Partner with the Manager of Apparel & Accessories to develop and manage regional line architecture and assortment strategies, inclusive of franchise and lifecycle management. Create curated DTC channel assortments that will enable regional commercial execution and align to brand and market objectives. Act as primary contact to DTC Regional Planning teams in executing financial plans. Partner with Manager to craft and execute marketplace strategy for DTC 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. Support Manager in preparing for and presenting 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, differentiated assortments come to life appropriately within each DTC channel. Effective in-season management of marketplace strategy. Work with Regional Planning counterparts to deliver financial targets and make final promotion and markdown decisions in alignment with global guidelines. 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

• 3-5 years of experience and professional achievements in Merchandising or Buying.
• Ability to work within a high-functioning, dynamic environment in a fast-paced, multi-dimensional role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications such as PowerPoint and Excel.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Ability to effectively interpret data, understand KPIs, and make decisions and communicate using your analysis.
• Focus and high attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Manager of Apparel & Accessories to develop and manage regional line architecture and assortment strategies.
• Create curated DTC channel assortments that will enable regional commercial execution and align to brand and market objectives.
• Act as primary contact to DTC Regional Planning teams in executing financial plans.
• Partner with Manager to craft and execute marketplace strategy for DTC that ties to the long-term merchandise financial plans.
• Support Manager in preparing for and presenting 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, differentiated assortments come to life appropriately within each DTC channel.
• Effective in-season management of marketplace strategy.
• Work with Regional Planning counterparts to deliver financial targets and make final promotion and markdown decisions in alignment with global guidelines.
• 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.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Extensive development and growth opportunities
• Competitive compensation package

What This Job Offers

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