Apparel and Merchandise Specialist

YOUR TASKS

OUR Mission: We Fuel Passion Pride and Success. EMBODIES: Igniting Passion. Empowering Pride. Driving Success. Fosters OUR: Shared Passion for Motorsports.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Keen eye for fashion trends strong project management skills and a passion for delivering highquality products.

Develop and implement a comprehensive merchandise strategy in line with the companys brand identity and target audience.

Oversee the entire lifecycle for all apparel and merchandise products from conception to distribution.

Collaborate with internal and external team members as well as stakeholders to conceptualize and create new apparel and merchandise designs that resonate with our customer base.

Source and manage relationships with vendors manufacturers and suppliers to ensure highquality and costeffective production of apparel and merchandise.

Negotiate pricing terms and contracts with vendors to maximize profitability and maintain budgetary goals.

Oversee the production process from design approval to final delivery ensuring adherence to quality standards and timelines.

Infuse each product with creativity and innovation exploring unique materials embellishments and techniques to set our merchandise apart.

Manage inventory levels forecasting demand and optimizing stock levels to meet sales targets and minimize excess inventory.

Analyze sales data and customer feedback to identify trends opportunities and areas for improvement in the apparel and merchandise assortment.

Bring a fresh perspective to marketing and sales collaborations suggesting creative promotions and campaigns to elevate our brand presence.

Stay ahead of the curve by exploring emerging fashion trends technologies and sustainability practices to incorporate into our merchandise offerings.

Manage maximize and expand all current sales channels including ecommerce (website) and traditional distribution models while developing strategies for developing new reseller models.

 

Trust: We earn the trust we give.

Passion To Win: We have the passion to win.

Freedom To Act: Freedom enables us to grow in responsibility.

For One Another: We attain top value with our team spirit as one.

Qualifications :

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

Bachelors degree in relevant field.

Flexibility to travel as needed for vendor meetings trade shows and industry events : 1015 domestic travel will be required.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with vendors distribution partners and resellers.

Creative flair with a strong understanding of fashion trends and consumer preferences.

Strong project management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fastpaced environment.

Detailoriented with a focus on quality and accuracy in all aspects of work.

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT

2 years of proven experience in apparel and merchandise management preferably in a retail or ecommerce environment.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with Adobe Suite is preferred.

Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

EEOStatement:

EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to unlawful consideration to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity age religion national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition as a federal contractor Continental complies with government regulations including affirmative action responsibilities where they apply. To be considered you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process please reply to or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes such as following up on an application or nondisability related technical issues will not receive a call back.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime