Wholesale Merchandising Manager
Who We Are:
We are a future focused organization committed to the belief that the problems facing our planet and society can be solved through innovation, common sense and education. Being naked is the #1 most sustainable option. We're #2.
Here at Ref, we put people first. We know that you can't innovate and do cool stuff without having everyone on board. So we work to create a culture where everyone feels like they belong and where their voices are truly valued. We build an inclusive culture together and make a real impact along the way.
Wholesale Merchandising Manager:
The Wholesale Merchandising Manager will be responsible for building product strategies for the wholesale market. The ideal candidate has a strong merchandising and creative eye, and is passionate about both product and the customer experience. This is a highly collaborative role in which close partnership with a variety of cross functional teams is key to success. Because the environment is fast-paced, the role requires flexibility and an ability to juggle multiple tasks.
What You'll Do:
- In partnership with the Sr Director, lead the Wholesale buying and merchandising strategy, creating compelling assortments to achieve financial goals and meet customer demands
- Manage all line plans and systems
- Work with merchandising, design, sales, retail, and planning teams to build Wholesale product strategies that excite our customers and strengthen the brand
- Analyze account sales on a regular basis to inform future merchandising decisions
- Stay connected with the Sales team to maintain a feedback loop around customer insights and staff observations
- Participate in design/merchandising product review meetings; attend key partner buy meetings; coordinate with Sales, Planning, and Supply Chain teams in order to ensure awareness of Wholesale buys, product flows, and assortment plans
- Partner with planning to manage open-to-buy and inventory needs
- Prepare daily/weekly/quarterly reporting to aid in accurate seasonal plans and strategy creation. Manage weekly selling reports and monthly hindsights. Provide product insights from performance analysis that help to focus the team on actions needed to be taken by account. Identify key trends and opportunities that drive sales and revenue. Identify what doesn’t work and action upcoming product plans as needed
- Partner with Wholesale Account Management and Brand Marketing teams to create product messaging for campaigns based on product buys and current data analytics
- Combine your deep knowledge of the Ref brand ID with a solid understanding of the customer for each account to create tailored product strategies that align with Ref’s global merchandising vision
What You'll Need:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 4-5 years of experience in buying, merchandising, or wholesale at a retailer/e-commerce company
- Strong merchandising and creative eye
- Knowledge of major wholesale retailers and their specific customer base
- Comfortable giving honest, direct feedback both written and verbally
- Strong analytical and retail math skills
- Knowledge of OTB management and financial modeling
- Ability to prioritize
- Advanced Proficiency in Excel
- Ability to adapt to complexities of an expanding organization
Who You Are:
- Analytical, organized, data-driven
- Excellent communication skills
- You are a go-getter and have a natural drive to get things done
- You possess an entrepreneurial spirit with strong problem solving skills
- You love product and completely get the Reformation customer
- You have a strong voice and use data to drive cross functional partnerships and influence decision-making
- You can set targets and manage a cross-functional effort to achieve those targets
- You are a self starter who can work proactively & independently as well as collaboratively
- You thrive in a fast-paced environment
Benefits & Perks:
- Health, vision, and dental insurance for eligible employees
- Paid vacation, sick, holidays & volunteer time-off for eligible employees
- Mission based company + casual and entrepreneurial work environment
- Clothing discount, dog-friendly office, company events + parties and much more
- 401K with company match
The Reformation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status
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