Senior Merchandiser, Mens - Tommy Hilfiger
About the position The Senior Merchandiser Wholesale, Men's, leads product strategy, assortment creation and evolution for the Men's businesses including Sportswear, Tommy Jean's, and Accessories. This role is responsible for influencing the Global TH Collections to execute assortment and product strategies that balance brand vision, trend and business drives while delivering on internal financial and sales goals. This position collaborates and communicates closely with cross functional teams such as Global Merchandising, Sales, and Planning. Responsibilities • Oversee North America Men's merchandising strategy and regional communication to Global hub for 3 Divisions - Sportswear, TJ, Accessories (500 styles and 1400 skus annually) • Work with Senior Director to develop short and long term product assortment strategies for the Wholesale channel that align with the Brand vision, financial plan and Customer Experience goals • Build the line architecture inclusive of SKU counts, Key Consumer Messages, and financial targets and ensure that Global team delivers on regional specific needs • Ability to react quickly and speak clearly on behalf of the North America Region in Global Cross Functional Meetings to provide insight and feedback on what is required to drive business quarterly • Manage all Global Men's milestone meetings and seasonal calendar cycle to ensure strong execution of End to End process and deadline adherence • Build strong cross-functional relationships with Global Merchandising to influence and ensure Regional product needs are met • Work with Planning to Prepare and maintain detailed assortment roll-ups to ensure KPI's are met and aligned to overall strategy and plan • Deliver and curate compelling product assortments that are brand enhancing and customer focused, inclusive of door recommends through climate, pricing and region • Partner with Senior Director to Plan, coordinate, and support showroom set-up • Own Key Pre Market Milestones such as Pre Line with Accounts, Collection Handover, and Wholesale Line Adoption to clearly present seasonal strategies, product build up, fixture assortments, and price architecture to educate sales teams at multiple touchpoints prior to sell in • Support Sales during and post market with market requests, assortment additions / edits • Work with Merch Ops to ensure smooth and timely execution of post- market system requirements • Analyze category performance and drive category strategies to maximize growth • Leads by example and operates optimally in the face of change and pressure • Provides leadership within the merchandising team by advising, focusing and motivating team members • Supervises development and performance of direct reports through regular meetings to discuss deadlines, expectations, performance and development • Continuously works towards innovate and improve our business and processes Requirements • College degree; Business or Merchandising preferred • 7+ years' experience in related Merchandising/Buying positions • Strong analytical skills • Detail oriented • Proactive in anticipating the needs of dept • Ability to handle multiple tasks/projects with adherence to deadlines • Must be flexible to adapt to changing trends of business and priorities • Self-starter • Financial analysis ability • Eye for product in terms of trend and market • Strong written and oral communication skills • Team oriented and ability to cultivate strong cross functional relationships • Ability to travel quarterly, if needed (valid US passport required) Benefits • Competitive pay, bonus programs, best in class medical insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and more • An above-market 401(k) contribution to help our eligible associates save for retirement • Generous company-paid holidays, paid time off, hybrid working arrangements, volunteer opportunities, seasonal hours, and flexible work schedules • A variety of wellbeing tools and programs such as, Headspace membership, reimbursement for fitness memberships and/or digital meditation subscriptions, and the opportunity to earn up to $200 a year in rewards for exercising and participating in healthy activities • Access to services for childcare, elder care, adoption preparation, pet care, plus reimbursement for backup care when your regular plans fall through • Receive support for continued education including tuition reimbursement • Shop at our company outlets and e-commerce sites at a discount Apply tot his job