What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Merchandising position at EPG Group?
Company Description
EPG is a global leader in workforce solutions, partnering with innovative organizations to deliver exceptional talent worldwide. We are proud to support a Fortune 500 global organization recognized for its strong heritage, operational excellence, and commitment to delivering outstanding business solutions.
Position Details
• Contract Duration: 6 Months
• Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week)
• Start Date: ASAP
• Work Arrangement: On-site (Manhattan, New York, NY 10018)
• Employment Type: W2 Contract
• Openings: 1
Position Details
• Contract Duration: 6 Months
• Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week)
• Start Date: ASAP
• Work Arrangement: On-site (Manhattan, New York, NY 10018)
• Employment Type: W2 Contract
• Openings: 1
Role Description
As the Director of Merchandising, Women's Apparel, you will lead merchandising strategy and assortment planning for the Women's Knits and Sweaters category. You will be responsible for driving regional assortment architecture, aligning global product strategies with market needs, and delivering profitable product assortments that support business growth.
Working closely with Design, Planning, Supply Chain, Raw Materials, Sales, Marketing, and Visual Merchandising teams, you will ensure seasonal assortments are aligned with financial objectives, consumer demand, and overall business strategy.
Key Responsibilities
• Define and lead merchandising strategy that aligns with business objectives and regional market needs.
• Build and refine seasonal assortments that support financial goals and brand positioning.
• Partner with regional teams to identify category opportunities, product needs, and assortment strategies.
• Analyze sales performance, market trends, competitive activity, and consumer insights to drive merchandising decisions.
• Provide strategic oversight on pricing and in-season product actions.
• Collaborate with Design, Supply Chain, Raw Materials, Planning, Marketing, and Visual Merchandising teams to support successful product launches.
• Participate in showroom setups and seasonal product presentations.
• Lead and mentor merchandising team members by providing direction, coaching, and performance feedback.
• Monitor team performance, establish priorities, and support professional development.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance merchandising processes and business performance.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Merchandising, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 7 years of merchandising, buying, or related retail experience.
• Strong analytical and financial planning skills.
• Strong understanding of assortment planning, product strategy, pricing, and merchandising.
• Excellent understanding of fashion trends, consumer preferences, and market dynamics.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including Design, Planning, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Sales.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Key Competencies
• Strategic merchandising and assortment planning.
• Financial analysis and business acumen.
• Leadership and team development.
• Cross-functional collaboration and influencing skills.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Adaptability and ability to manage changing business priorities.
• Detail-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset.
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to support a globally recognized organization while leading merchandising initiatives that influence product strategy, business performance, and customer experience. If you are passionate about merchandising, product strategy, and driving business growth in a fast-paced retail environment, we encourage you to apply.