Seattlesoundersfc

Merchandising Operations Manager, Consumer Products

Seattle, WA · Full-time

Work authorization required$90k-$110kDetected 33 days ago

Project ManagementBrand StrategyNegotiationForecastingBudgetingVendor ManagementShopifyLeadershipCommunicationMentoringOrganizational Skills

About the role

This role serves as the operational owner for merchandise planning, launch timelines, vendor coordination, and retail execution, ensuring teams remain aligned on key deliverables and business priorities.
This individual will help translate strategic priorities into operational plans, ensuring launches, campaigns, and retail experiences are executed effectively and consistently across fan touchpoints.
This role is ideal for an experienced merchandising professional who brings structure to fast-moving environments and can balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution, with opportunities to expand into broader product ownership over time.

Own merchandising calendars, launch schedules, and key business milestones across consumer product initiatives
Establish and improve scalable merchandise processes and workflows that support repeatable execution
Drive operational organization across teams to ensure alignment on deliverables and launch readiness
Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial tracking for consumer product initiatives
Evaluate and implement new tools, technologies, and AI-enabled solutions that improve operational efficiency, workflow management, reporting, and decision-making across consumer products
Lead cross-functional initiatives and GTM activations involving Marketing, Design, Fan Engagement, Retail, and Impact teams
Drive alignment across stakeholders on priorities, timelines, and execution plans
Partner with Consumer Products leadership on merchandise assortment planning, product launches, and seasonal activations
Our clubs are continually pushing the boundaries of what's possible while fostering an inclusive culture- championing causes and building community connections to expand our reach and impact.

Demonstrated experience in merchandising, retail operations, consumer products, or related functions within a fast-paced, commercially driven environment
Proven experience leading cross-functional initiatives and GTM processes
Deep experience with Shopify or similar e-commerce platforms, including site merchandising, promotions, reporting, and performance analytics
Strong organizational skills with the ability to bring structure and process to evolving environments
Leadership experience with an interest in mentoring and developing team members
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Strong analytical mindset with experience translating data into business decisions and action plans
Excellent communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills
Demonstrates curiosity and a forward-thinking approach toward emerging technologies, AI applications, and evolving consumer and retail trends, with an interest in applying new tools to improve business outcomes
Creative, detail-oriented, and passionate about creating exceptional fan and consumer experiences
Committed to principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, and to living organizational values and the to the organizational mission: Create Moments, Enrich Lives, and Unify & Uplift Through Soccer, in all interactions with colleagues, partners, vendors, and fans.

Bachelor's degree in Business, Merchandising, Retail Management, or related field preferred
Hands-on experience with apparel buying, assortment planning, and/or merchandise planning preferred
Strong interest in women's sports and soccer preferred

We offer competitive compensation and an engaging, supportive environment that prioritizes the health and well-being of our people.
Positioning within the range at time of offer is based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, internal equity, and current market conditions.
In addition to financial compensation, we provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your overall well-being and professional growth, including:
100% employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision premiums for you and your dependents.
For employees enrolled in our HSA healthcare plan, annual employer contributions to a Health Savings Account (HSA) - $1,000 for employee-only coverage and $2,000 for spouse or family coverage.
Generous Paid Time Off & Leave: We offer unlimited paid vacation, paid company holidays, and paid sick leave in compliance with Seattle's Paid Sick and Safe Time ordinance.
We also provide paid bereavement leave and paid jury duty leave to support y

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