Job Title: Senior Merchandiser– Men’s Sportswear & Denim (Off-Price & Clubs)
Brands: Lucky Brand & Aeropostale
Position Overview
Catalyst Brands is seeking a strategic and results-driven Senior Merchandiser to lead the Men’s business across the Off-Price and Clubs channel. This role is responsible for building compelling assortments, driving seasonal strategies, and maximizing business performance through strong analytical and cross-functional leadership. The ideal candidate brings sharp commercial instincts, deep product expertise, and strong business acumen to effectively balance brand vision with channel-specific needs.
Key Responsibilities
Merchandising Strategy & Assortment Planning
- Develop and execute seasonal assortment strategies tailored to Off-Price and Clubs accounts, ensuring alignment with brand positioning, account needs, pricing architecture, and margin targets
- Analyze historical performance, market trends, and account insights to inform line architecture and product decisions
- Manage timelines and ensure on-time delivery of key milestones and market tools
Product Development & Execution
- Partner closely with Design and Sourcing teams to bring concepts to market that meet cost, quality, and timeline expectations
- Translate customer and channel needs into clear product briefs and development direction
- Ensure product assortments are commercially viable while maintaining brand integrity
Channel & Account Focus
- Understand the nuances of each retailer and tailor assortments accordingly
- Collaborate with Sales to support seasonal markets, presentations and line reviews
- Identify opportunities to expand categories, increase penetration, and drive growth within the Value channel
Analytics & Reporting
- Leverage advanced Excel skills to analyze sales and performance data
- Use data-driven insights to influence decision-making and optimize future assortments
Cross-Functional Leadership
- Partner with Sales, Planning, Design, and Sourcing teams to ensure alignment and execution of business strategies
- Lead and influence cross-functional teams to deliver against deadlines and financial targets
- Mentor and develop junior merchandising team members, fostering a high-performing team environment
Qualifications
- 7+ years of merchandising experience in apparel, including at least 2 years of management experience
- Experience working within Off-Price and/or Clubs channels (e.g., Costco, Sam’s Club, mass retailers)
- Proven expertise in assortment building and line planning
- Strong understanding of product development processes and timelines
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable strategies
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Highly collaborative with the ability to influence across functions
Key Competencies
- Strategic thinking with strong business and financial acumen
- Product-focused with a keen eye for trend and value
- Detail-oriented and highly organized
- Results-driven with a sense of urgency
- Adaptable in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Pay Range
USD $89,100.00 - USD $162,000.00 /Yr.