Senior Associate, International - Hybrid; Rosemont, Il

Key Responsibilities

• Relationship Management:
  Manage day-to-day relationships with international operators and distributors; partner cross-functionally with merchandising, supply chain, finance, and marketing teams to ensure successful execution of international initiatives.
• Buying & Merchandise Management:
  Own and manage seasonal assortment reviews, tailoring product pitches by market for localized assortment strategies;
• Buying & Merchandise Management:
  Own and manage end-to-end order management on behalf of international partners, from assortment reviews to shipment from DC;
• Buying & Merchandise Management:
  Own and manage ongoing inventory allocations from the DC to partners;
• Buying & Merchandise Management:
  Own weekly reporting for international partners (on order, reorders, in transit).
• Reporting & Analysis:
  Monitor sales performance and key business metrics across international markets, identifying risks and opportunities through dashboard reporting;
• Reporting & Analysis:
  Prepare business reviews, reporting, and presentations for senior leadership;
• Reporting & Analysis:
  Develop insights and recommendations to improve commercial performance and identify growth opportunities;
• Reporting & Analysis:
  Develop reporting and business insights to inform strategic recommendations and drive performance improvements;
• Reporting & Analysis:
  Support evaluation of new market opportunities, including market research, business case development, and launch planning.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Marketing, or related field
• 2-4 years of relevant experience in retail, buying/merchandising, logistics, planning, consumer products, consulting, or international business
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into action
• Excellent project management and organizational capabilities
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work effectively across multiple teams and external partners
• Experience supporting international markets, franchise, or licensing businesses
• Background in retail, fashion, accessories, or consumer brands
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and Power Point