On
Head of Footwear Merchandising
New York City
Sponsorship not specified$220k-$270kDetected 8 days ago
Product ManagementProduct StrategyResearchCommunicationMentoringDemand Planning
About the role
- In short As the Head of Merchandising, Footwear, you will chart the strategic course for the footwear category across the Americas, ensuring product assortments align seamlessly with On's premium brand vision and regional commercial needs.
- The team acts as a bridge between our Global Product/Commercial teams and regional business leaders.
Responsibilities
- Lead the seasonal assortment planning process, optimizing product segmentation, account differentiation, and lifecycle management to drive premium growth targets
- Drive the regional go-to-market process by fostering tight alignment between global product teams, regional sales, and demand planning to ensure on-time delivery and forecast accuracy
- Collaborate with analytics teams to translate sales data and market research into actionable insights that refine product offerings and improve commercial outcomes
- Mentor and develop a high-performing merchandising team, providing coaching that empowers individuals to own their professional growth and functional expertise
- Partner across the matrix to bridge gaps between global strategy and local execution, ensuring the footwear category contributes to On's overall strategic priorities
- Experience leveraging product lifecycle management (PLM) tools and BI platforms to optimize workflow and strategic planning
Requirements
- You bring 9+ years of experience in merchandising, product management, or retail buying within a premium global retailer in the footwear or apparel industry
- You have 4+ years of experience leading merchandising teams in a high-growth environment, with a proven ability to manage regional scope and cross-functional complexity
Compensation
- Typical cash compensation range for this position inclusive of base + bonus + equity: $220,000-$270,000.
Benefits
- Develop and execute a comprehensive regional merchandising strategy for footwear that aligns with global product vision and regional commercial objectives across wholesale and DTC channels
- Track and analyze key performance indicators including sell-through rates, inventory turn, and margin health to optimize category performance
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