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Merchandiser

  2026-03-27     HireTalent - Staffing & Recruiting Firm     Beaverton,OR  
Description:

Job Title: Senior Merchant – Kids Sportswear Footwear (North America Channel)

Location: Beaverton, OR (Hybrid)

Duration: 3-Month Contract (Potential Extension)

Job Overview:

We are seeking a Senior Merchant to lead Kids Sportswear Footwear merchandising across the North America channel. This role is highly consumer-focused and requires strong product acumen, trend analysis, and marketplace understanding. The ideal candidate will translate insights into channel-specific assortment strategies and support sales teams with effective seasonal planning.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Build consumer-driven, channel-specific assortment plans for kids' footwear
  • Analyze marketplace trends, consumer behavior, and sales data
  • Partner with Sales, Planning, and Product teams to drive seasonal strategies
  • Support sell-in by creating impactful presentations and storytelling
  • Manage multiple seasons simultaneously and adapt to a fast-paced environment
  • Provide insights on capacity planning, tiering, and product allocation

Required Qualifications:

  • 4+ years of merchandising experience (footwear required)
  • Strong understanding of retail metrics (sell-through, margin, inventory, etc.)
  • Experience in marketplace or channel merchandising
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to work cross-functionally in a dynamic environment

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with kids' products or sportswear apparel
  • Understanding of North America marketplace and key city trends
  • Background with major retail or consumer brands
  • Ability to thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments


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