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Senior Kids' Footwear Merchandiser (NA) – Hybrid

HireTalent - Staffing & Recruiting Firm, Beaverton, OR, United States


At Client, everything we do starts with the consumer. We’re looking for a curious, product-loving merchant who’s energized by the pace of retail and inspired by the future of kids’ footwear. This role is for someone who enjoys connecting insights to product, bringing ideas to life, and contributing to a team that values collaboration, growth, and progress. At Brand, every voice matters. We believe the best work happens when diverse perspectives come together with a shared passion for sport, culture, and consumer. About the Role Parental leave for a High Heat Merchandiser on the Streetwear Footwear Merchandising Icons, Global team. They’ll analyse strategic data to predict a combination of in season hind sighting and future season planning. Including deciding assortment mixes, amounts, SKU investments, and unit investment for business. Responsibilities Creating & maintaining seasonal assortment tools. Partnering with Geo Merchandising teams to gather insights. Supporting seasonal deliverables and meetings. Business reporting and hind sighting. Full or partial ownership of Launch maintenance over Icons. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business, Merchandising, Marketing, or a combination of relevant experience. 3+ years of experience in Retail, Merchandising, Product Management, Marketplace, Buying, or relevant experience. Required Skills Strong understanding of consumers and marketplace trend with the ability to synthesize insights into action. Effective verbal and written communication skills, including presentations to various cross-functional partners. Ability to navigate a fast-paced environment and competing priorities. Attention to detail and understanding the importance of consistency. Proficiency in Excel & Keynote. Great teammate and contributor, with the curiosity and excitement to learn new things. Preferred Skills High Heat/Launch or Collaborator product Merchandising experience is a plus but not a requirement. Footwear specific Merchandising Experience is a plus but not a requirement. Pay range and compensation package Location: Beaverton, OR Duration: 7 Month Contract PHK - Not open to relocation, must be able to start ASAP Equal Opportunity Statement We are looking for a merchant with a passion for products and a curiosity for evolving retail and consumer trends. The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of the Streetwear Footwear consumer and the dynamics of the global marketplace, paired with the ability to use data and insights to inform thoughtful decisions. Success in this role requires a growth mindset, coachability, strong analytical skills, attention to detail, along with a hunger to continue building on core merchandising fundamentals.

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