Vice President of Merchandising and Design
Razor Recruit - East Brunswick, New Jersey, us, 08816Work at Razor Recruit
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Company Overview:
Our client, a leading wholesale distributor and eCommerce retailer of soft textile consumer product goods, is poised for continued growth with an impressive $100M in annual revenue. With a dynamic product assortment of over 4,000 SKUs, they are seeking a visionary VP of Merchandising and Design to join their team and drive their product strategy forward.
Position Summary:
The Vice President of Merchandising, a member of the leadership team, will be responsible for curating an innovative product portfolio that aligns with evolving customer demands and market trends. This executive role demands a strategic leader with a keen eye for data analytics, trend analysis, and a strong background in consumer product goods (CPG). The ideal candidate will lead the design and product development teams, ensuring success across both B2B and B2C channels.
Key Responsibilities:
Product Curation: Curate and expand the product assortment, keeping a pulse on customer demands and buying trends to ensure a competitive and appealing product lineup.
Trend Analysis: Utilize data analytics to monitor and predict market trends, ensuring our product offerings remain relevant and in demand.
Leadership: Lead, mentor, and inspire design and product development teams to drive innovation and excellence.
Channel Management: Develop and execute strategies that drive success in both B2B and B2C channels, optimizing product performance across different platforms.
Market Research: Conduct competitive market analysis to identify opportunities for growth and differentiation in the market.
Strategic Planning: Develop and implement long-term merchandising strategies that align with company goals and revenue targets.
AI Integration : Leverage artificial intelligence to enhance product analytics and trend forecasting capabilities.
Process Improvement: Implement data-driven processes to improve merchandising efficiency and effectiveness.
Key Qualifications:
Experience: Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in merchandising leadership for textile
businesses with heavy focus on eCommerce channels.
Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams in a fast-paced environment.
Strategic Planning: Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to develop and execute comprehensive merchandising strategies.
Market Analysis: Expertise in market analysis and trend awareness to guide product curation and development.
AI Experience: Experience leveraging AI tools for product analytics and trend forecasting.
Product Analytics: Strong analytical skills with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
Creative Mindset: Innovative thinker with a creative approach to product curation and merchandising.
Process Driven: Ability to develop and implement efficient processes to streamline operations.
Flexibility and Agility: Adaptable and responsive to changing market conditions and business needs.
People Leadership: Exceptional people management skills with a focus on team development and performance.
Educational Background : Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required; an advanced degree is preferred.
Executive Presence: Strong executive presence with excellent communication and presentation skills.
If you are a strategic leader with a passion for product curation and a track record of driving merchandising success, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us and be part of our journey to revolutionize the consumer product goods market.
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