Senior Merchandiser

POSITION OVERVIEW: Onsite in DTLA (4 Days a week)We are looking for a highly analytical, product-savvy, and strategically minded MerchandisingManager to lead the merchandising function across our Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) and Wholesalechannels. This role is responsible for driving product strategy, leading seasonal line planning, andoptimizing in-season performance with a strong focus on data, trend insights, and cross functional collaboration. The ideal candidate is passionate about product, combines creativeintuition with commercial acumen, and thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESMerchandising Strategy & Line Planning• Lead the development and execution of seasonal merchandise strategies across DTC andWholesale, ensuring alignment with brand vision and financial goals.• Build and manage seasonal line plans by analyzing historical data, identifyingopportunities, and partnering closely with Design, Product Development, and Planning.• Maintain and own the seasonal style master; ensure accurate, up-to-date productinformation throughout the go-to-market calendar.• Develop and present seasonal line review decks and product stories to internalstakeholders and external partners, highlighting key styles and brand messaging.• Drive the global pricing strategy in collaboration with Planning, ensuring margin goalsand market positioning are met.• Recommend and execute chase buys, recuts, exclusives, and capsule collections basedon performance and market demand.In-Season Business Management• Monitor weekly selling across all channels to identify sales trends, opportunities, andliabilities. Present recaps and drive strategic actions based on findings.• Own product lifecycle management from buy through markdown, including allocation,inventory optimization and exit strategy.• Collaborate with Retail and E-commerce teams to ensure product is distributed andmerchandised effectively by location/channel.• Partner with Planning on replenishment strategies and support in managing inventorytransfers, RTVs, and markdown proposals.Cross-Functional Communication & Sales Enablement• Act as a key liaison between sales feedback and future product decisions, deliveringinsights that inform design and merchandising direction.• Support the creation of seasonal sales tools and go-to-market decks, in partnership withSales and Marketing.• Deliver product knowledge and merchandising training to internal teams and retail staff.QUALIFICATIONS• 4+ years' experience in Merchandising, Buying, or Planning within apparel, accessories,or a consumer retail environment.• Proven track record of delivering results through data-driven merchandising strategies.• Highly proficient in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.) and comfortable working withmerchandising and planning tools (e.g., PLM, ERP).• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliveragainst tight deadlines.• Strong communicator and presenter, capable of influencing cross-functional teams.• Team player with a proactive, solution-oriented approach.• Must be based in or able to work on-site in Downtown Los Angeles.