Posted: 11/14/2024 Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Merchandising / Buying Job Number: AV3088381113

Job Description

VP of Merchandising

The Vice President (VP) of Merchandising will drive product strategy and guide brand growth.

This role is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive merchandising strategies that

align with the brand values and drive business objectives. As the leader of the merchandising team, this

individual ensures that products align with merchandising goals, revenue targets, and overall objectives.

This role guarantees that product lines are launched on schedule, profitably, and in compliance with line

plans and production timelines.

This position reports directly to the Chief Planning and Logistics Officer and will have 5 direct reports at this

time. This is a full time, hybrid role, based on our San Francisco Headquarters three days per week.

Requirements:

● Develop and lead a product line strategy that reflects our commitment to

transparency, sustainability, and quality across categories, including apparel, footwear, and

accessories.

● Act as the primary conduit between design, sourcing, and production teams, ensuring alignment

and consensus on short- and long-term merchandising strategies.

● Manage and ensure adherence to the product development calendar, overseeing all meetings,

deliverables, and outcomes to bring products to market on time.

● Bring a deep understanding of customer behavior, lifestyle trends, and competitive analysis to

shape product line. Integrate these insights to ensure each collection resonates with

our target market.

● Partner with sourcing teams to meet cost, sustainability, and quality goals. Balance customer value

with commitment to ethical sourcing and environmental responsibility.

● Provide product knowledge to cross-functional teams, ensuring all are equipped with the insights

needed to effectively represent our the brand.

● Review seasonal performance data, tracking sales trends, hit rates, and SKU efficiencies. Leverage

these insights to refine future assortments and maximize profit margins.

● Oversee merchandising teams, fostering a positive, inclusive work environment. Mentor team

members, develop career paths, and create succession plans to support a dynamic,

growth-focused team.

Requirements

● 15+ years in product development/merchandising, preferably in ethical or sustainable retail.

● 10+ years in a leadership role managing cross-functional teams in merchandising and product

development.

● Strong leadership skills with an ability to influence, inspire, and guide teams toward a common

vision.

● High level of analytical and creative skills with an ability to synthesize data and trends.

● Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

● Knowledge of fabrics, garment construction, and sustainable sourcing practices.

● Willingness to travel globally as required (approximately 3-4 times per year).

● Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, Fashion, or a related field.

Hybrid Schedule 3 days in office Tuesday - Thursday

Salary Range: $200,000- $300,000

Meet Your Recruiter

Alonya Van Rooyen

From South Africa originally, Alonya has over 15 years of experience in fashion, accessories, footwear, & textiles. She has worked in various design and product development roles globally, including South Africa, Europe, and the US, giving her an international perspective on the industries.

Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion

Emerging Blue is committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion with all hiring and employment practices. Our goal is go to create an inclusive environment in which all candidates and employees are treated with respect.

We partner with our clients to create diverse candidate pools, promote equality, and help build positive and inclusive company cultures.

Emerging Blue prohibits discrimination and all forms of applicant and employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, or status in any group protected by state or local law

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