Manager, Merchandising - Kids and Baby
THE ROLE
Merchandising Manager, Kids & Baby
We are seeking a Merchandising Manager, Kids & Baby to join our growing team. This merchant will be responsible for delighting Quince's growing customer base by expanding and managing the Kids & Baby apparel assortments.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Scale this business by adding to, refining and improving the Kids & Baby assortment across all product categories
Identify and execute the right expansion opportunities to set the business up for long-term growth
Work closely with product development, sourcing and technical design to develop and improve Kids & Baby products
Partner with planning, site merchandising and marketing to grow these businesses
Obsess about every aspect of our products (quality, price, sustainability, safety standards, etc.) to deliver for the customer and parent
Help drive the business forward to meet sales targets, customer ratings/return rates and improved margins
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED:
Role is based in San Francisco, California, with 3 days per week in office requirement
5-10 years of retail merchandising experience in Kids & Baby categories, preferably with luxury or premium brand expertise
E-commerce experience and/or DTC experience preferred
Proven track record of progressing within an organization and demonstrating continuous growth in roles and responsibilities
Mastery of merchandising analytics—leverage sales data, customer metrics, and reporting tools to drive category strategy and assortment decisions, prioritizing quantitative based insights.
Product obsessed with experience in leveraging data tools and external sources
Critical eye to anticipate parent and child needs (both the "science" and "art" of retail merchandising)
Highly organized, detail-oriented and analytical with focus on execution, problem-solving, improving processes and brand enhancement
Continuous learner and highly curious; always open to considering new perspectives; proactive when changing course and facing added challenges
Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Motivated by working in a fast-paced collaborative environment, where flexibility to stretch into or out of functional comfort zones is crucial for team success
Preferred:
Bachelor's Degree, preferred
All posted ranges are reflective of base salary and may vary depending upon experience level and location. Bonus and equity may also be provided for eligible roles.
Pay Range
$113,000—$160,000 USD