Director of Strategic Merchandising - Blue Nile
Blue Nile, New York, NY, United States
Blue Nile is seeking a
Director of Strategic Merchandising
to drive key business strategies through data insights, cross-functional collaboration and leadership. In this role, you will focus on pricing optimization and margin improvement as well as portfolio evolution strategies to maximize growth opportunities while fostering collaboration across teams and managing direct reports. The ideal candidate will excel at combining advanced analytical capabilities with strong interpersonal and communication skills. This role blends commercial and analytic rigor with editorial sensibility curating a digital experience that drives revenue while preserving exclusivity and emotional resonance.
Responsibilities Assortment Optimization
Lead the development and execution of data-driven merchandising strategies to drive revenue and portfolio evolution aligned with brand vision.
Analyze SKU and collection level performance to provide business insights while identifying opportunities to optimize depth, breath and mix
Develop and execute launch strategies for new collections
Evaluate product lifecycle performance and assortment mix
Stay informed on competitor strategies, market conditions and industry trends to proactively adjust strategies and inform new product
Partner with Finance and Planning teams to forecast demand and plan assortments
Translate analytics into clear, actionable insights for leadership
Develop dashboards and reporting tools to track performance in real time
Site Merchandising
Partner with Creative and Tech teams to deliver a curated product experience
Curate online assortments to balance newness, core sellers and high value
Drive product storytelling through product placement, sort and curation
Analytic rigor to drive SKU/collection exposure decisions in partnership with Performance Marketing team.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, Economics, Analytics, Marketing or a related field
8-12+ years’ experience in merchandising, analytics or a related role preferably within e-commerce
Strategic mindset with a focus on translating complex data into actionable business strategies
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities
Proven expertise in pricing strategy, margin analysis, and product mix optimization
Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in tools such as Excel, SQL, Tableau or similar platforms
Exceptional leadership skills with experience managing and developing high-performing teams
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across department.
Benefits
Paid time off
Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee discount
Parental leave
Life insurance
Base pay is $180,000-$210,000. Final pay rate shall be determined and is based on experience and qualifications.
At this time, R2NET will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
Additional Information: R2NET INC. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship, immigration status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. R2NET INC. will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.#LI-WK1
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Director of Strategic Merchandising
to drive key business strategies through data insights, cross-functional collaboration and leadership. In this role, you will focus on pricing optimization and margin improvement as well as portfolio evolution strategies to maximize growth opportunities while fostering collaboration across teams and managing direct reports. The ideal candidate will excel at combining advanced analytical capabilities with strong interpersonal and communication skills. This role blends commercial and analytic rigor with editorial sensibility curating a digital experience that drives revenue while preserving exclusivity and emotional resonance.
Responsibilities Assortment Optimization
Lead the development and execution of data-driven merchandising strategies to drive revenue and portfolio evolution aligned with brand vision.
Analyze SKU and collection level performance to provide business insights while identifying opportunities to optimize depth, breath and mix
Develop and execute launch strategies for new collections
Evaluate product lifecycle performance and assortment mix
Stay informed on competitor strategies, market conditions and industry trends to proactively adjust strategies and inform new product
Partner with Finance and Planning teams to forecast demand and plan assortments
Translate analytics into clear, actionable insights for leadership
Develop dashboards and reporting tools to track performance in real time
Site Merchandising
Partner with Creative and Tech teams to deliver a curated product experience
Curate online assortments to balance newness, core sellers and high value
Drive product storytelling through product placement, sort and curation
Analytic rigor to drive SKU/collection exposure decisions in partnership with Performance Marketing team.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, Economics, Analytics, Marketing or a related field
8-12+ years’ experience in merchandising, analytics or a related role preferably within e-commerce
Strategic mindset with a focus on translating complex data into actionable business strategies
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities
Proven expertise in pricing strategy, margin analysis, and product mix optimization
Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in tools such as Excel, SQL, Tableau or similar platforms
Exceptional leadership skills with experience managing and developing high-performing teams
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across department.
Benefits
Paid time off
Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee discount
Parental leave
Life insurance
Base pay is $180,000-$210,000. Final pay rate shall be determined and is based on experience and qualifications.
At this time, R2NET will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
Additional Information: R2NET INC. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship, immigration status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. R2NET INC. will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.#LI-WK1
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