Senior Manager, Merchandising, Women's Accessories

Location: New York

Skills and

Competencies:

Excellent organizational skills and drive for results

Ability to analyze business trends and react quickly and strategically

Strong communication, listening and comprehension skills

Strong presentation skills

Ability to build relationships with corporate and retail teams

Ability to adjust priorities and manage time wisely in a fast-paced environment

Requirements:8 years minimum of luxury Merchandising experience

Strong understanding of Women’s fashion industry (i.e. competition landscape and trends)
Advanced Excel skills

Expertise in other Microsoft Office programs, especially Power Point Ability  to travel frequently (including international

Communicate and Partner very closely with Retail teams on client needs and day to day inquiries

Collaborate with corporate partners (Visual Merchandising, Training, Communication & Image, Supply Chain, Retail Performance)
Develop a strong understanding of market dynamics and needs through store visits and competitor analysis

Actively communicate with the Paris central merchandising team to provide feedback and outline needs of the market

Define store assortment by product category and by store cluster

Place seasonal market orders; place and confirm reorders as needed

Manage Seasonal Reserve process: buy book creation, communication and follow up with boutiques, ensuring client orders are filled accurately; strategically adjust allocations

Define assortment for Store openings & Events.

Define and implement action plans to ensure business targets are achieved

Set sales goals on a weekly and monthly basis

Review weekly sales reports ensuring planned sales and stretch targets are met Prepare markdowns (prepare selection, negotiate w/Paris office)
Provide end of season (EOS) product analysis and final sales report

In close partnership with Supply Chain team:

Participate in open-to-buy (OTB) discussions and meetings

Weekly reviews of consolidation opportunities

Drive monthly reorders

Monthly forecast review

Prepare and review fast/slow sellers report

Discuss replenishment strategy