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Merchandiser, DTC Apparel at New Balance

Remote: 
Full Remote
Contract: 
Full time
Experience: 
Mid-level (2-5 years)
Work from: 
Netherlands

Offer summary

Qualifications:

Several years of experience in merchandising, Understanding of retail KPIs and digital landscape, Strong analytical skills, Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Key responsabilities:

  • Develop seasonal apparel assortments aligned with market trends
  • Forecast demand at SKU level and monitor inventory levels
  • Prepare performance reports and share insights
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for sales optimization
  • Conduct market research on apparel trends and competitors
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New Balance https://www.newbalance.com
5001 - 10000 Employees
About New Balance
In 1906, New Balance began as a humble one-man operation founded on the belief that “we were born to move,” and has since grown into an international corporation, selling footwear and apparel in over 120 countries and employing over 8,000 associates worldwide. Our mission has always been to support the performance of athletes, and with an unparalleled focus on quality and craftsmanship, we’ve come to set the standard for comfort and fit in an industry all too often driven by hype. We’re incredibly proud of our history and how far we’ve come, but companies don’t thrive for over a century by being content. Whether it’s setting a new style trend, retooling our manufacturing process, or building a new state-of-the-art headquarters, we pursue innovation with a spirit of fearless independence. As the only privately held major footwear company in the world, we’re free to do things our way, pushing limits and testing boundaries as we continually reimagine what could be. After all, the status quo isn’t static. But doing things our way wouldn’t mean much if we weren’t also doing them the right way. We invest in our associates as they invest in us, and as we move forward, we make a point of giving back, supporting communities around us through ambitious philanthropic efforts and involvement programs. We are a company that cares, and our culture is one of integrity and teamwork where together we become greater than the sum of our parts.
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Job description

Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today. At New Balance, We Got Now.

JOB MISSION: 

 

Bridge the gap between market trends and business objectives by developing a commercial assortment that resonates with the NB consumers to improve brand visibility, sales and enhance profitability across our DTC channels.   

 

 

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES: 

  • Responsible for the inline apparel seasonal buying, omni-channel.  Forecast demand on the SKU level, ensuring styles are covered in depth and width. Aligning buy volumes with sales trends and market demand.  

  • Curate and develop a well-balanced seasonal assortment that meets consumer needs and market trends, while establishing a healthy price structure and well-balanced silo mix, all while maintaining consistency with the brand's strategy.  

  • Work closely with the regional apparel team, providing relevant in-season and pre-season feedback covering product performance, market trends, and future opportunities.  

  • Prepare weekly and monthly reports covering the channel performance, sharing valuable insight on GBU level, bestsellers, risk, and opportunities.  

  • Monitor inventory levels, and sell-through rates, and make data driven decision to lead stock levels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize sales performance.   

  • Work closely with the Planning team ensuring the right amount of stock is available to meet consumer demand for peak seasons or promotional periods.  

  • Weekly touch points with the allocation team and apparel planner to discuss GBU performance and distribution of newness and replenishments.  

  • Responsible for key promotional activities throughout the season ensuring a strong liquidation of slow sellers.  

  • Handle the end-of-season sale product selection by working on margin and markdown budgets to ensure profitability during these key periods. 

  • Maintain clear and effective communication with the partners such as planning, retail and digital marketing, marketplace, allocation, operations, and demand planning to ensure seamless execution of merchandising strategies. 

  • Conduct market research to identify emerging apparel trends and opportunities to influence future collections. Stay informed about competitors' offerings, pricing, and promotional strategies to find opportunities and potential risks. 

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS: 

  • Several years of experience in similar role in merchandising/buying or product role.  

  • Passion for product and aware of the apparel trends.  

  • Clear understanding of retail KPI’s, marketing activations, and retail/digital landscape.  

  • Sound business and commercial skill. 

  • Excellent interpersonal and time management skills.  

  • Team player, strong communication skills with the ability to network and build strong collaborations.  

  • Strong analytical skills.  

  • Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office. 

 

BENEFITS: 

 

  • Discretionary Bonus Opportunity  

  • Discount on the health insurance 

  • 8% holiday allowance 

  • Flexible Working Hours 

  • Pension Scheme 

  • 25 days Annual Leave per year  

  • Up to €250 travel allowance each month 

  • Hybrid working  

  • Employee Discount 

  • Work from-home allowance 

  • Home working equipment 

  • Onsite gym 

  • Sports subscription services 

  • Opportunity to work abroad for four weeks per year  

  • Wellbeing and Mental Health Benefit (24/7 Employment Assistance Program & Support) 

Equal Opportunity Employer:

New Balance is committed to equality of opportunity for all current and prospective associates regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership and gender reassignment.  We are an equal opportunity employer and support a culture of diversity and inclusion.

If you have not already done so, please let us know if you require any support so we can make the right adjustments and considerations should they be required.

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Experience

Level of experience: Mid-level (2-5 years)
Spoken language(s):
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Hard Skills

Commercial DevelopmentKPI ManagementData AnalysisMerchandisingDemand ForecastingMarket Research

Other Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Social Skills
  • Analytical Skills
  • Time Management
  • Verbal Communication Skills
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