Merchant | SWIM & Apparel in Blacklick, Ohio

Merchant | Swim & Apparel

Shape the product. Influence the business. Make an impact.

Are you a confident, strategic Merchant or Buyer who knows how to turn consumer insights, fashion trends, and business data into products that customers want? This is your opportunity to join one of the most iconic and recognized lifestyle and specialty retail companies in the world, a brand known for its powerful presence in fashion, intimate apparel, swimwear, beauty, and lifestyle.

We're looking for a Merchant to join a dynamic Swim & Apparel Third-Party Wholesale team, where your decisions will directly influence assortment, sales, inventory, margins, and overall business performance. This is more than a merchandising role, it's an opportunity to bring your expertise to a globally recognized brand, collaborate with vendors and cross-functional teams, and make meaningful business decisions in a fast-paced retail environment.

Location:

Reynoldsburg, OH

Work Model:
Hybrid in Columbus, OH or Remote for the right candidate

Schedule:

40 hours/week Company computer provided COMPENSATION & CONTRACT

Pay Rate: $27.59 - $34.48/hour

Contract:

2 months Potential Extension:
Yes

Hours:

40 hours/week As a Merchant, you will be responsible for helping shape the product strategy and assortment for a key business line. You'll work closely with internal teams, vendors, and cross-functional partners to ensure the right products reach the right customers at the right time. You'll have the opportunity to:

• Develop and execute assortment plans, including pricing and space allocation
• Analyze sales, inventory, margins, and markdowns to identify business opportunities
• Support Swim & Apparel merchandising strategies
• Partner with vendors and manufacturing teams on calendars, costing, and product development
• Ensure product development aligns with line plans and production calendars
• Track competitive intelligence and fashion trends
• Identify opportunities to increase sales and improve margins
• Partner with other functions to effectively manage inventory
• Participate in merchandise presentations and promotional planning
• Contribute to the patterning and product development process
• Participate in team and vendor meetings
• Make independent decisions and resolve complex merchandising challenges

We're looking for someone who can own their business, make confident decisions, and collaborate effectively. Must-Have

Experience:

• 5-7+ years of merchandising experience
• Previous experience at the Merchant, Senior Merchant, or Buyer level
• Strong understanding of retail merchandising and buying
• Experience with assortment planning and product strategy
• Strong analytical and business acumen
• Ability to make confident decisions independently
• Experience working with vendors and cross-functional teams
• Ability to analyze sales and translate data into actionable business opportunities

Your Personality Matters The ideal candidate is:
Confident Collaborative A self-starter A strong decision-maker A team player Business-minded Comfortable communicating with vendors and internal partners If you're someone who can look at the business, identify what's working, recognize what's missing, and take action-you could be exactly who we're looking for.

You'll be joining a Third-Party Wholesale team focused on Swim & Apparel, working in an environment where collaboration, creativity, data, and business strategy come together. Your day may include:

• Team meetings
• Vendor meetings
• Assortment planning
• Business and sales analysis
• Competitive research
• Identifying opportunities for growth

You'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals while contributing directly to the success of an important product category.

Imagine putting your merchandising expertise to work for a company whose products have become part of millions of customers' everyday lives. You'll gain exposure to: A globally recognized retail brand High-visibility merchandising Swim & Apparel categories Data-driven business decisions Vendor and cross-functional partnerships Sales, margin, and inventory strategy A fast-paced, highly collaborative environment If you're…