Ecommerce Merchandiser

Position DetailsTitle: ECommerce MerchandiserDepartment: D2CReports to: Brandi JoncicLocation: Dearborn, MIJob Classification: RemoteJob SummaryThe Merchandiser helps develop the seasonal merchandise strategy to drive ecommerce business growth against the financial plan, guiding the cross functional team to create fast, easy and meaningful shopping experiences for our consumer. Responsibilities include building assortment strategies, influencing investments, analyzing sales, GM% and KPIs to identify and prioritize opportunities, influencing the cross functional team, monitoring the market, providing digital merchandising direction and partnering to create clear and impactful stories and user experiences. As a product owner, responsibilities include ensuring product is set-up, photographed and merchandised throughout the site to drive conversion and facilitate product browsing.Associate Responsibilities

Drive seasonal merchandise strategies to create compelling omni-channel experiences and maximize revenue and conversionAnalyze business trends: Identify opportunities through sales, KPI and consumer performance analysis and partner with cross functional team to execute on opportunitiesCommunicate business results and seasonal strategies to cross functional counterparts in marketing, media, agencies, merchandising, global product, planning, inventory, user experience and customer serviceMonitor the marketplace for trends and new ideas related to online and omni-channel shopping experiencesParticipate in the development of a seasonal financial revenue plan and monthly forecast by category to maximize product profitability, GM$ and inventory managementOwn on figure photoshoots, fit guidance and copy hand-offsGive insight and direction to site merchants to drive category performance; identify category and product detail page optimization opportunities by utilizing customer feedback, analytics, and business resultsPartner with marketing, creative, integrated media and UX counterparts to ensure storytelling needs are covered daily, weekly, monthly and seasonallyMine consumer feedback via online ratings and reviews and customer service team to identify optimization opportunitiesSeek new opportunities to grow the business and further personal and professional development

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree in Merchandising or Related Field; or equivalent years of related work experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Required Skills & Experience

4 or more years of merchandising, retail experience or industry related experience required1 or more years of eCommerce experience preferredApparel, retail or consumer products experience preferredProficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, online merchandising toolsAbility and desire to work at both the tactical/operational and strategic levelsStrong quantitative/analytical skills and mindset; general understanding of retail mathDetail orientedStrong understanding and passion for product, merchandising, store and website experiencesTeam player with exceptional collaboration and communication skillsGeneral product knowledge of apparel a plus

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Office environment; cubicle setting.  Extended periods of time sitting, standing, typing on a computer is required.Light Lifting (10-15 lbs)Travel may be required up to 10%After Hours and Weekend Hours if necessary

This position has a Remote location: Associate will have no regular requirement to be on-site. Travel on-site is limited to special events.Carhartt is a tobacco free workplace.

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