Merchandising Specialist, Kids Apparel

21 hours ago

New York, New York, United States Mathys+Potestio The Creative Party® Full time $70,000 - $85,000 per year

Merchandising Specialist, Kids Apparel - Remote
This is a 12-month, full-time (40 hours/week), remote contract role based in New York, NY.

Summary
This role blends consumer insights, market trends, and financial acumen to deliver strong, brand-aligned product assortments for the Kids apparel category. The position plays a key role in driving regional product strategy and investment decisions while partnering cross-functionally to ensure cohesive execution and commercial success.

Our Ideal Candidate

  • 4+ years of experience in merchandising within apparel, retail, or consumer goods
  • Passion for product strategy, consumer insights, and market-driven design
  • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data to guide decisions
  • Proficient in merchandising systems, data tools, and planning platforms
  • Familiar with market analysis, trend forecasting, and category line planning
  • Skilled in collaborating with cross-functional partners such as planning, allocation, and licensing teams
  • Able to work independently, managing multiple priorities and deadlines
  • Flexible and adaptable to shifting timelines and business needs
  • Excellent communication skills with high attention to detail
  • Proactive and strategic thinker who takes initiative to drive business outcomes

Job Description
In this role, you will develop and present the regional merchandising strategy for the Kids apparel category, aligning with overall brand vision and financial objectives. You'll partner with planning, allocation, and licensing teams to ensure a cohesive product strategy and successful execution across markets.

This includes leading seasonal line planning, balancing assortments across fits, styles, price points, and regional needs. You'll analyze past performance, monitor industry trends, and apply consumer insights to inform product decisions. Additionally, you'll maintain merchandising systems to ensure data accuracy and support regular business review meetings by sharing relevant findings and recommendations.

Education And Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in merchandising, marketing, business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Background in product strategy, retail merchandising, or consumer insights
  • Experience within the apparel or lifestyle goods industry preferred

Additional Requirements

  • This opportunity is remote but based in New York, NY
  • The pay for this W-2 position ranges from $35.00 – $38.46 per hour
  • This position may be eligible for PTO, health and dental insurance, and/or 401(k) benefits upon meeting certain length-of-service and hours requirements

Mathys+Potestio values applicants of all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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