Product Manager, Merchandising (Lifestyle, Dynamite)

Résumé du poste

Lead the merchandising process by developing product assortments and managing the product line to meet business plans. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to handle line planning, pricing, and the execution of floor sets.

Détails du poste

Overview Groupe Dynamite Inc. (GDI) is a Montréal-based, public company of integrated omni-channel brands, designing and distributing accessible, trend-forward fashion for women since 1975. Our mission of "Empowering YOU to be YOU, one outfit at a time" is brought to life through the GARAGE and DYNAMITE banners and represents the consumer-centric core of GDI's long-standing success as a leading retailer in North America. Today, GDI operates nearly 300 stores across Canada and the United States, as well as shoppable brand experiences at Garageclothing.com and Dynamiteclothing.com. Job Summary Reporting into the Divisional Merchandise Director, you will provide leadership and product line management for all facets of the merchandising process. You will work in cross-functional teams to successfully develop, design, and manage merchandise to drive a product line that meets business plans and long term vision. Main Responsibilities Drive current/future growth of the department through the development of merchandise assortments; Develop a track record of success by consistently delivering on or above target results to plan; Develop creative and innovative strategies to drive a business plan; Understand and analyze competition and marketplace to enhance customer focus and develop innovative ideas; Manage OTB in order to drive and build business strategies; Work in conjunction with planning to manage the OTB as far as receipts, sales, margin, markdowns and weeks of stock; Lead and manage the line planning, pricing, and product creation process including style/color plan, and sizing strategy; Analyze performance and plans to help identify sales and margin opportunities that can exceed plan; Constant pursuit of providing trend right product to the customer and driving department growth through assortment planning; Quickly adapt to changes/trends occurring in the business and marketplace; Effectively and efficiently lead business meetings; communicate, influence and negotiate with cross-functional teams to execute vision; Collaborate with the visual team and ongoing management in the development and execution of floor sets. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree; Minimum 3 years experience in fashion buying and/or fashion product management; Excellent sense of style and knowledge of fashion trends; Strong product knowledge and a balance of analytical and creative abilities to positively affect the bottom line; Strong financial acumen and analytical skills; Language of work: French or English, excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken) are required in order to deal with international suppliers; Solid planning skills with experience managing an Open-to-Buy; Strong ability to work in teams and leadership skills; Good computer skills (Excel and/or equivalent software systems); In-depth understanding of our brand and its target market. At GDI, You Will Be Part Of a Growing Organization That Understands The Importance Of Investing In People And Offers You A comprehensive compensation package that includes performance-driven bonuses; A group retirement savings program with employer matching; Flexible group insurance with personalized coverage that meets your needs; An employee discount at Garage and Dynamite; Exclusive private sample sales; A flexible vacation policy; And more! GDI has been repeatedly voted one of Montréal’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People. Our promise… No day will be like the last—we aim to be better today than we were yesterday. We are committed to employment equity. Candidates that are retained will be called for an interview.

Ce que vous ferez

Lead the merchandising process by developing product assortments and managing the product line to meet business plans. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to handle line planning, pricing, and the execution of floor sets.

Exigences

Requires a bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience in fashion buying or product management. Candidates must possess strong analytical skills, financial acumen, and a deep understanding of fashion trends.

Avantages

• Performance-driven Bonuses • Group Retirement Savings Program With Employer Matching • Flexible Group Insurance • Employee Discount At Garage And Dynamite • Exclusive Private Sample Sales • Flexible Vacation Policy

Compétences indiquées

• Microsoft Excel · Souhaitée
• Communication Skills · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Product Line Management
• Merchandising
• Assortment Planning
• Open-to-Buy Management
• Financial Acumen
• Trend Analysis
• Pricing Strategy
• Cross-functional Leadership
• Market Analysis
• Excel
• Fashion Buying
• Communication Skills

Domaines d’emploi

• Retail
• Management & Leadership
• Marketing
• Creative & Media