Category Merchandising 3

Aquent is partnering with a global leader in consumer goods, a company renowned for setting trends and inspiring millions worldwide through innovative products and experiences. This organization is at the forefront of shaping the future of sportswear and lifestyle, driven by a mission to empower athletes and consumers alike. We are seeking a dynamic and insightful merchandising professional to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to directly influence product strategy and market presence for a key consumer segment, making a tangible impact on how products reach and resonate with consumers across diverse markets. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and are passionate about bringing compelling products to life, this role offers a unique chance to contribute to a brand that truly moves the world.

In this pivotal role, you will act as a Senior Channel Merchandiser, instrumental in shaping the market strategy for a specific consumer segment, with a primary focus on footwear. You will be at the heart of understanding consumer desires and market trends, translating these insights into actionable plans that directly influence product assortment and distribution. Your expertise will be crucial in guiding sales teams, providing strategic foresight, and ensuring that the right products reach the right channels at the right time. This is a temporary position covering a parental leave, offering an immediate opportunity to dive into impactful work.

**Key Responsibilities:**

* Analyze trend forecasts and provide lifestyle-driven insights to inform product strategy and consumer preferences.

* Focus on identifying and interpreting trends within sportswear apparel and footwear for a key consumer segment.

* Collaborate closely with sales teams, offering specialized insights into market nuances and style specialties.

* Develop and present multi-season plans, providing critical capacity and tiering insights for various product channels.

* Strategically determine product allocation and needs across different sales channels.

**Must-Have Qualifications:**

* Extensive footwear experience is essential; experience with specific consumer segments or apparel is a strong advantage.

* Demonstrated experience with marketplace merchandising at leading consumer goods companies or corporate retail partners, showcasing a deep understanding of successful market strategies.

* Exceptional presentation skills, capable of confidently addressing large audiences (50-100 people) and creating engaging, influential presentations on a regular basis (approximately monthly cadence).

* A minimum of 6+ years of experience demonstrating strong team player capabilities, excellent listening skills, and relationship-building prowess.

* A minimum of 4-6 years of experience in communication and consistently meeting deadlines.

**Nice-to-Have Qualifications:**

* A keen understanding of product for lifestyle and trend insights, particularly for diverse consumer demographics.

* Familiarity with retail sales operations and dynamics.

* Thrives in a very fast-paced, team-oriented, and flexible environment, comfortable with quick changes and ambiguity, and eager to learn.

**About Aquent Talent:**

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

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