Merchandiser - Apparel

Our client, an apparel company, is looking for a Merchandiser (Off-price) to join their team in NYC!

• Own and drive the overall product strategy and assortment vision, ensuring alignment with brand DNA, seasonal goals, and consumer demand across channels
• Develop and manage line architecture, category segmentation, pricing strategy, and key item focus to support both brand storytelling and sales objectives
• Leverage deep knowledge of off-price accounts to tailor assortments that meet account-specific aesthetics, price points, and consumer expectations
• Conduct regular market and store visits to analyze trends, competitive assortments, sell-through, and visual execution, translating insights into actionable merchandising strategies
• Partner closely with design, production, and sales teams to ensure product concepts are commercially viable, on-brand, and delivered on time
• Lead seasonal assortment planning, SKU rationalization, and flow strategies in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with frequent deliveries and drops
• Support and influence merchandising direction for collaborative, licensed, and globally developed product lines, including SMU programs for U.S. and Canada markets
• Mentor and guide junior merchandisers, fostering strong cross‑functional collaboration and accountability
• Monitor performance throughout the season and make data‑driven adjustments to maximize sell‑through and margin
• Stay informed on cultural, fashion, and youth lifestyle trends to ensure assortments remain relevant, competitive, and aligned with consumer behavior

• 5+ years of merchandising experience within streetwear, youth culture, lifestyle, or fashion apparel brands
• Strong understanding of apparel off‑price markets with a proven ability to build assortments that resonate with these consumers
• Demonstrated success managing line plans, assortments, and high‑volume, fast‑turn product across multiple categories
• Experience working with major off‑price accounts, with a solid understanding of their merchandising strategies and customer profiles
• Strong leadership and organizational skills with experience managing multiple seasons, categories, and timelines simultaneously
• Highly analytical with the ability to balance trend awareness with commercial and financial goals
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, capable of partnering effectively with design, production, and sales teams
• Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, transactional business with frequent product launches
• Experience adapting global product strategies to meet North American market needs