Brand Merchandising Lead

Summary

Lead brand merchandising strategy and product assortment planning for Olympic themed collections including Uniforms, Team USA and LA28 product across Mens, Womens, Childrens, Home and Licensing. Drive go to market strategies and collaborate with design, product, commercial and marketing partners to ensure alignment with Olympic branding and business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and curate product lines aligned with Olympic values and brand identity
• Lead market analysis and competitor research focused on LA28 opportunities
• Manage product lifecycle from conception through launch
• Coordinate go to market strategies with cross functional teams
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external committees
• Monitor sales performance and adjust assortment strategies
• Ensure compliance with Olympic branding guidelines and licensing requirements

Requirements

• Proven leadership and people management experience
• Strong communication, negotiation and influencing skills
• High emotional intelligence and relationship building abilities
• Comprehensive understanding of retail math and key metrics
• Experience with product lifecycle and business calendars
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with Adobe, Vibe IQ and GFE preferred