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Job Title: Assistant Merchandiser, UGG Women’s Footwear, NA Marketplace

Reports to: Senior Merchandising Manager, UGG Women’s Footwear, NA Marketplace

Location: Remote – US

Interested applicants must reside in one of the following approved states:

Arizona, California, Colorado, Indiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Washington

The Role

The Assistant Merchandiser, UGG Women’s Footwear, NA Marketplace is responsible for supporting the execution of the strategic Merchandising vision across for Women’s Footwear across the NA DTC & WHSL channels of distribution. The Assistant Merchandiser will support in delivering a consumer-led assortment aligned to strategic brand & commercial priorities, while meeting or exceeding regional and category financial targets. Responsible for the full marketplace, the Assistant Merchandiser will support in delivering an assortment with a balanced mix of carryover & new product that aligns to the brand’s consumer targets. The individual in this role will also support in driving DTC exclusive & tiering & WHSL segmentation & differentiation strategies. This role will report to the Sr. Merchandising Manager, UGG Women’s Footwear, NA Marketplace and will partner with Brand & Commercial cross-functional teams including Consumer Insights, Demand & Supply Planning, E-Commerce, Marketing, Planning & Allocation, Product Creation, Retail, Sales, & Visual Merchandising. The Assistant Merchandiser must demonstrate a foundational understanding of the consumer, marketplace, and business.

We celebrate diversity--of your background, your experiences and your unique identity. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and equitable workplace where all of our employees can Come as They Are. We believe that when we bring our different perspectives to work, we are truly Better Together.

Your Impact

The primary functions of this role, include but are not limited to:

Support in the execution of the Marketplace strategic merchandising vision for UGG Women’s Footwear partnering closely with the Sr. Merchandising Manager to understand & communicate the vision to brand & commercial x-functional partners. Support the Sr. Merchandising Manager on deliverables for key milestone meetings and strategies, inclusive of Brand Conference and Go-To-Market meetings. Collaborate with global & regional cross-functional teams including Consumer Insights, Demand & Supply Planning, E-Commerce, Marketing, Planning & Allocation, Product Creation, Retail, Sales, & Visual Merchandising. Coordinate & collaborate with the UGG Merchandising team to drive best practices & consistency across ways of working & engagement with global & regional cross-functional partners.

Who You Are

You have a passion for footwear, are aware of marketplace trends, and have an understanding of the competitive landscapeYou are comfortable with ambiguity; adjusts with energy & optimismYou are a team-player and collaborativeYou are an excellent communicator, able to manage up and demonstrate curiosity to learn when you are unclear; you are receptive/adaptable to feedbackYou have a willingness to develop strong analytical skills and business acumen with the ability to interpret sales data, consumer feedback and market trendsYou are highly organized and can multi-task effectively

We’d love to hear from people with

0-2 years Merchandising or Buying experienceFootwear experience preferredBachelor’s Degree or equivalent experienceProduct & business (retail math) acumenProficient in Microsoft ApplicationsComfortable with working in a remote and virtual environmentAbility to travel 15-20% annually

What We'll Give You

Competitive Pay and Bonuses - We’ve created a variety of competitive compensation programs to foster career development, reward success and to show our employees just how much they’re valued.Financial Planning and wellbeing - No matter what financial goals our employees have set, we want to help them get there. Our plans provide powerful ways to protect income, pay for expenses and invest in the future.Time away from work - Sometimes we need time away to be with family, focus on our health or just simply recharge. Our plans support our employees’ needs to get out, get healthy and come back stronger than ever.Extras, discounts and perks - Being a valued member of the Deckers Brands team means more than just a paycheck. From generous discounts to community-based programs, we offer a variety of cool extrasGrowth and Development - Deckers Brands was built on the idea of pursuing passion. That’s why we offer extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development.Health and Wellness - There’s nothing basic about our comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings. While at work and at play, we aim to support a healthy lifestyle.
 

$75,000 - $80,000

The salary range posted reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this role in our Goleta, CA location. Individual pay will be determined by location and additional factors, including job related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Diversity and inclusion are key to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds who share a passion for our brands. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, mental or physical disability, medical condition and all of the other beautiful parts of your identity.

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