Sr. Merchandiser at Columbia Sportswear Company

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Apparel, Sportswear, RetailIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, applicable certification or equivalent experience
Typically 8 years of professional experience and strong competency with the various tools, systems, or procedures required to accomplish the job
In-depth knowledge of principles, concepts, and theories within own discipline and working knowledge of related disciplines
Problem Solving: Solves complex problems and develops independent creative solutions based on the evaluation of multiple options
Decisions: Independently analyzes issues of a diverse scope and functions with a moderate degree of autonomy. Receives minimal direction, seeks guidance for highly complex issues
Career Band: Professional level with knowledge management focus, responsible for results through own work, application of theoretical knowledge from formal education or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

Supports the creation and execution of mid- and long-term strategies for the business through business, marketplace, and consumer research and analysis to identify growth opportunities. Partners cross-functionally with Design, Finance, Planning, Marketing, Sales, and Manufacturing
Builds the bottom-up seasonal line plan for a portion of the business, including growth drivers aligned with strategic direction, macro trends, revenue/productivity metrics, brand vision, and global customer needs
Participates and supports global waypoints and Go-to-Market activities, ensuring all calendar deliverables and deadlines are met
Provides leadership and guidance to cross-functional product teams, partners with functional peers to execute business direction and priorities, holds teams accountable, identifies best practices to improve communication, efficiency, processes, tools, and relationships
Provides commercial support for the US marketplace, including creating and executing marketplace segmentation across Wholesale, DTC, and eCommerce channels. Partners with Sales on product/pricing architecture, sell-in assets, and attends pre-line and key-account meetings
Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

MerchandisingLine PlanningProduct StrategyCross-Functional LeadershipMarket ResearchConsumer ResearchBusiness AnalysisGo-to-Market ExecutionRevenue ForecastingGlobal StrategyStrategic PlanningTeam Leadership

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for the Sr. Merchandiser role?

The role typically requires 8 years of professional experience along with a Bachelor’s degree, applicable certification, or equivalent experience, and strong competency with the various tools, systems, or procedures required to accomplish the job.

Is travel required for this position?

No travel is required for this role.

What is the work schedule like?

The position follows standard hours.

What salary or compensation does this role offer?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this Sr. Merchandiser position?

Strong candidates will have 8+ years of professional experience, a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams in developing product strategies, line plans, and global go-to-market activities while driving profitable growth.

Columbia Sportswear Company

Designs and sells outdoor apparel and gear

About Columbia Sportswear Company

Columbia Sportswear Company designs and sells a variety of outdoor clothing and gear, including jackets, shirts, pants, shorts, footwear, and accessories like hats and backpacks. Their products are aimed at outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, campers, and active individuals of all ages. Columbia's products are known for their quality and durability, setting them apart from competitors in the outdoor apparel market. The company operates through a direct-to-consumer model, selling via their website, retail stores, and partnerships with other retailers, which helps them reach a wide audience. Their goal is to provide high-quality outdoor gear that enhances the experience of those who enjoy outdoor activities.

Portland, OregonHeadquarters

1938Year Founded

$40KTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Consumer GoodsIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees