Ref W177356StateRegionNew YorkDepartmentMerchandising & PlanningLocationUnited StatesCityNew YorkPay Range The pay range for this job is 62000 - 95935 annually actual pay is dependent on experience and geographic location.Benefits Base pay is only one part of our employee value proposition which includes a robust benefits package above-market time off hybrid working arrangements incentive compensation where applicable and varied learning opportunities.COMPANY DESCRIPTION Ralph Lauren Corporation NYSERL is a global leader in the design marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories apparel accessories home fragrances and hospitality. For more than 50 years Ralph Lauren\s reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products brands and international markets. The Company\s brand names which include Ralph Lauren Ralph Lauren Collection Ralph Lauren Purple Label Polo Ralph Lauren Double RL Lauren Ralph Lauren Polo Ralph Lauren Children Chaps among others constitute one of the world\s most widely recognized families of consumer brands.At Ralph Lauren we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging ensuring inclusion and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through Talent Education & Communication Employee Groups and Celebration. POSITION OVERVIEWThe Brand Merchandising Associate is responsible for day-to-day merchandise activities to support the wider Purple Label merchandising team. They are responsible for weekly meeting documentation system and report creation and line opening materialstracking. Merchant teams play a key role in all major events throughout the process i.e. design final adoption line opening & costing.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESResearch•\tIdentify growth opportunities and protect needs of business for product category.•\tComprehensive knowledge and adherence to product category calendar milestones line development and status.•\tWeekly analysis and knowledge of global business performance partnering with regional teams to understand needs of regional businesses. •\tKnowledge of competition and trends identifying new opportunities appropriate for brand.Financial•\tProvide support and direction for the merchandising process.•\tDevelop and partner with the planning team on Global Line Plans - creating super season category strategies inclusive of style and SKU plans with a focus on delivery flow - understanding sales history top volume drivers fashion and price tier matrices and new market opportunities.•\tAssist in driving Assortment Plan to Win - focus on core seasonal core and seasonal product flow and balance a classic v-concept approach within product life cycle.•\tPrepare analysis on sales trend and sell through volume drivers and SKU productivity to influence business driving recommendations.•\tManage OK to BUY process.•\tCreate and maintain assortment data in GFE including accurate & timely data entry & system updates for all merchandising item definition and line changes ensuring all cross-functional teams are in alignment.•\tEnsure accuracy and distribution of Change Control Form to cross-functional teams and regions.•\tAssist with ad hoc projects and work with the team as requests arise. Communication•\tPartner with cross-functional team members to drive business objectives.o\tDesign work closely together on the line creation - driving a balance with fashion and price tier while merging business and brand intentions and maintaining the integrity of the GLP.o\tProductionPM partner to meet category margin targets understanding all cost components and cost saving challenges.o\tRegions Channels partner on upfront business needs to incorporate into line creation and provide daily support on product needs through both the development and in-store life cycle.•\tCommunicate & distribute all critical merchandising information to key functional areas on a timely basis.•\tMaintain and follow through on daily interaction with Design and Production to ensure accurate on-order delivery flow change control & calendar adherence for product category.•\tAttend line status meetings driving product category and managing change.•\tCreate and present seasonal product strategy and line plan for product category ensuring they support global brand direction. EXPERIENCE SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE•\tProduct developmentmerchandising experience in Mens Wear Accessories and Footwear preferred.•\tStrong analytical and retail math skills.•\tStrong communication interpersonal & teamwork skills.•\tEvident leadership and influencing skills.•\tHighly organized detail oriented & accurate.•\t Resourceful efficient and able to take initiative.•\tAbility to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.•\tPriority and time management.•\tComputer Skills Proficiency in MS Office applications Retail Math and systems knowledge GFE.LI-CE1Ralph Lauren will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law including any applicable fair chance laws. Please note background checks will be evaluated individually.