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Alexander Mcqueen Retail Merchandiser, Wrtw - New York

Company

Groupe Kering
Address , New York
Employment type FULL_TIME
Salary
Expires 2023-11-03
Posted at 8 months ago
Job Description
Summary
Innovative, uncompromising, romantic, provocative, upholding the power of emotion and the touch of the human hand: these are all elements that describe the fashion of the house of Alexander McQueen. The brand is synonymous with modern British couture, renowned for its strong identity and celebration of unbridled creativity. Integral to the McQueen culture is the juxtaposition between contrasting elements: femininity and masculinity, fragility and strength, tradition, and modernity. Under the creative direction of Sarah Burton, the house produces critically acclaimed collections, driven by unparalleled vision and respect for craftsmanship. Burton was made Head of Design for womenswear in 2000 and was appointed Creative Director in 2010. The luxury brand was founded by Lee Alexander McQueen in 1992. Among the greatest fashion designers of his time, the legacy of his work lives on.
Your opportunity:
Alexander McQueen is currently looking for a talented & analytical Retail Merchandiser, Women’s Ready to Wear based in our New York Corporate Office.
This role is responsible for overseeing the Americas Stores (USA and Canada). Main responsibilities include curating the seasonal buys, assortment by door, managing stock inclusive of seasonal, carryover, and markdown, building business plans to achieve sales targets, and acting as a “brand ambassador” to inspire the teams and embrace the strategic vision.
How you will contribute:
Buy
  • Work with Visual Merchandising to define display strategy
  • Review OTB with VP, Merchandising
  • Develop content for and present buy debrief to the VP, Merchandising
  • Detailed order review: ensuring coherence and respect of core offer and buying strategy, analysis of buys studying past sales and current buy mix vs. sales mix to identify any risks and growth potential
  • Define and present assortment and buying strategy

Launches
  • Define WRTW launch calendar and strategies
  • Lead cross departmental and regional meetings with Product Merchandising, Sales & Demand Planning, VM, Retail, and Communications
Analysis and Market Knowledge
  • Analyse sales performance to recap to VP, Merchandising
  • Benchmark and recap product feedback
Training
  • Lead dedicated trainings for WRTW to reinforce product knowledge of key priorities in partnership with RPM and Product Merchandising
Forecasting
  • Review monthly reorder needs, defining product range and quantities
Stock Optimization
  • Identify opportunities for regional and local stock transfers
  • Challenge the supply chain teams to ensure there are sufficient quantities of permanent product for your category in network of stores
  • Challenge network on sell-through and stock re-balancing
Markdown Process
  • Support the VP, Merchandising in reviewing Markdown and RTV lists for WRTW
Who you are:
  • Maintain a clear sense of urgency by effectively prioritizing multiple projects
  • Build strong relationships with regional partners, corporate partners, and HQ London
  • Capable to travel domestically and internationally approximately 2-3 weeks per quarter
  • Exemplary verbal and written communication skills
  • Partner closely with supply chain and merchandise planners to maximize opportunities and minimize risk
  • Travel to key markets to engage and inspire store teams
  • Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Minimum of 4-5 years of previous merchandising/buying experience
  • Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint as well as strong knowledge of retail math
  • Manage sales and stock to support financial targets
  • Demonstrate ability to adapt, strong knowledge of luxury market/products and philosophy of the brand
  • Partner regularly with store teams, and throughout market process and special events
Why work with us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a dynamic sales team with a visionary brand that offers possibilities to learn and grow. Talent development is a managerial principle at Kering and we are committed to fostering internal mobility. Our common vision promotes leadership skills and helps every employee to reach their full potential in a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment.
Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.
Salary Range: $110,000 – $120,000
Job Type
Regular
Start Date
2023-08-31
Schedule
Full time
Organization
Alexander McQ Trading