Sr. Merchant

Job Title: Sr. MerchantReports to:Sr. Director of MerchandisingJob Type: Full-Time, Hybrid (Minimum 3 days in Calabasas Office)Salary Range: $120 - $155K AnnuallyAbout the Role: The Sr. Merchant leads assortment ownership and strategy for multiple categories, driving product vision, execution, and performance. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that product stories and business goals align, while also mentoring and guiding junior-level team members. The Sr. Merchant plays a key role in shaping our assortment, protecting brand aesthetic, and identifying growth opportunities.What Youll Do:Assortment Strategy & Ownership: Lead multiple categories, developing seasonal line plans and strategies that align with business goals. Oversee cross-category strategy development and execution - sourcing, developing, and curating the products.Business Performance: Analyze and report on sales, gross margin, SKU productivity, and key category drivers; present insights to leadership and propose strategies to maximize revenue and profitability.Pricing & Costing: Own overarching pricing strategies for managed categories, considering competitive landscape, freight/duty/royalties, and margin goals. Partner with Production/Sourcing and Product Design on costing reviews and provide clear recommendations.Competitive Market & Trend Analysis: Serve as an expert on category positioning within the market. Research and identify new opportunities, trends, and functionality that evolve and strengthen the assortment.Design & Aesthetic: Protect and execute the companys design vision across categories. Present product ideas and market research aligned to the brands point of view.Cross-Functional Partnership: Partner closely with Planning, Sourcing/Production, Ecomm, Creative, and Marketing to align timelines, product stories, and seasonal strategies.Inventory Management: Collaborating with planning teams to ensure appropriate stock levels and timely delivery of goods.Tools & Systems: Provide expertise in key merchandising systems. Identify and execute process improvements. Train and mentor junior team members on tools, reporting, and analysis.Leadership & Communication: Clearly articulate strategy, category goals, and business performance to leadership and cross-functional partners. Provide guidance, feedback, and support to junior merchandising team members.What You Bring:6+ years of merchandising, buying, or related retail/wholesale experience.Proven success in managing multiple categories and leading cross-category strategies.Strong analytical skills; expertise with Excel/Google Sheets (vlookups, pivot tables) and merchandising systems/tools.Highly organized with strong project management skills; able to prioritize across multiple categories and initiatives.Strong leadership and communication skills; experience mentoring or managing junior team members.Deep understanding of market trends, competitive landscape, and customer preferencesPassion for product, design, and brand storytelling, with an eye for opportunities that drive both aesthetic and commercial success.Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.Compensation details: 120000-155000 Yearly SalaryPI25c3b5e84600-29952-39054807 #True