Category Merchandiser
THE ROLE: We’re looking for…
A Category Merchandiser to create boutique merchandise assortments for two distinct sites, in order to drive sales, margin, and efficiencies. You will collaborate with the merchants and various cross functional teams to build boutiques and manage a calendar of events that enables us to maximize results.
What you’ll accomplish…
- Create boutiques for two distinct sites, utilizing available inventory, to bring to life the merchants’ vision.
- Manage two site calendars to ensure optimal boutique placement by business. Ensure the distinct voice of each site is maintained through the events created; minimize overlap; collaborate cross-functionally with counterparts across the organization to manage changes and achieve successful and profitable boutique execution.
- Work with DBM of Category Merchandising to analyze business results. Develop and implement calendar optimization strategies based on learnings and goals. Preplan calendar framework for future months.
- React to business trends and product availability to ensure that our boutique offering on both sites will maximize company sales, margin, and efficiency objectives
There’s More…
Constant exposure to all aspects of Rue business. Work closely with many of our amazing departments: Buying, Programming, Planning, Boutique Production, Creative and Marketing, and learn many aspects of the business
THE RIGHT FIT You have…
- Bachelor’s degree
- 5+ years related experience in an e-commerce environment, exposure to fashion and merchandising preferred
- Self-starter who is highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a high-energy, fast-paced environment
- Strong analytical skills and ability to think out of the box
- Proven leadership capabilities; effective and clear communications skills
- Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills, and the ability to work closely and effectively with diverse teams in order to achieve objectives
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel); comfortable with tools in an online environment
ABOUT US:
Rue La La combines world-class merchandising, technology and marketing to create the most engaging and satisfying online shopping experience available. Each day, 15+ million loyal Members turn to Rue La La for everything from women, men and children's apparel and accessories to home décor and exclusive experiences. Our approach to retail brings excitement to online shopping in a way that not only strategically supports our brand partners, but also inspires our Members daily.
This Company is an equal opportunity employer, and selects individuals best matched for the job based upon job-related qualifications regardless of race, religion, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, gender identity, genetic information, disability, pregnancy, veteran or military status or any other status or characteristic protected by law.