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About PHOENIX PHOENIX Retail, LLC is a retail platform operating the Express and Bonobos brands worldwide. About ExpressExpress is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions. Since its launch in 1980, the brand has embraced a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style. Express ensures you look and feel your best, wherever life takes you. The Company operates over 400 retail and outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, the express.com online store and the Express mobile app. About BonobosOur Bonobos menswear brand is known for being a style instigator and offering perfect-fit risks through our innovative retail model and personalized experience. Launched online in 2007 with its signature line of chinos, Bonobos now offers a variety of styles available to order online and to try on at any one of our 50 Guideshop locations and at www.bonobos.com. Our Guideshops are in-real-life stores that deliver one-on-one service and expert fit advice. Don't think traditional retail, Bonobos is something you haven't seen before.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Merchandise Manager is responsible for developing and executing the product assortment strategy, managing financial investments, and driving sales and profit targets for multiple categories. The Merchandise Manager collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver seasonal product assortments and ensures alignment with company initiatives and long-term business strategies. This role is accountable for delivering category growth that meets or exceeds financial goals while mentoring and managing the merchandising team to execute the company's strategic vision.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for ensuring merchandising strategy is cohesive with all cross-functional strategies (design, marketing, visual, etc.)
• Maximize the potential for both store and eCommerce businesses by developing and executing product assortments that meet or exceed financial goals
• Lead strategic investments in key growth categories, ensuring smart risks are taken and core businesses are protected.
• Understand competitive market trends and customer needs to identify white space opportunities, driving innovation and product differentiation.
• Work cross-functionally to bring seasonal product assortment to market, collaborating with the design, production, and planning team, while fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Drive in-season strategies by analyzing sales, identifying opportunities and risk, and providing actionable insights to optimize performance. 
• Manage and execute both short-term and long-term product strategies that align with business goals and customer expectations.
• Actively participate in fittings and provide input on product design and delivery, ensuring alignment with sales goals and end-use intentions.
• Identify, develop, and retain talent within the merchandising team, with a focus on leadership potential and mentorship.
• Lead associates in an environment that creates a positive, agile, collaborative and flexible culture.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor's Degree preferably in business, retail merchandising, or fashion merchandising 
• Years of Experience: 10 + of progressively more significant merchant roles, in some combination of department and/or specialty retail, preferably apparel 
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a proven ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional partners and senior leadership.
• Strong leadership experience, with a proven track record of developing and managing high performing teams.
• Proficient in conflict management and decision-making.
• Proven ability to understand competitive patterns and make informed decisions to drive the business forward.
• Proficient in Google docs.

CRITICAL SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Exceptional leadership capabilities with the ability to influence cross-functional partners and drive results.
• Ability to make informed, quick decisions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to think conceptually and strategically.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop talent, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Comfortable taking calculated risks.

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Applicants must be currently authorized to work full-time in the United States. PHOENIX does not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this position.

An equal opportunity employer, PHOENIX does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment hiring on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected characteristic. PHOENIX only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. PHOENIX is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to search and apply for a job position due to a disability, please call 1-800-964-9793 and say 'Associate Relations' or send an e-mail to AssociateRelations@Express.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Notification to Agencies: Please note that PHOENIX does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, PHOENIX will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.