Merchandising Manager, Womenswear & Licensed Goods

Summary The Merchandising Manager, Womenswear & Licensed Goods leads product strategy and seasonal buying for Diesel across North America, driving assortment performance for retail and e-commerce. The role is accountable for assortment architecture, SKU productivity, pricing framework, and commercial results, and partners closely with global and cross-functional teams. Weekly in-store visits and up to 35% travel are required to align local execution with the brand vision. Responsibilities Translate global brand strategy into commercially optimized North American womenswear and licensed goods assortments. Own pre-season and in-season buys, assortment architecture, SKU efficiency, and open-to-buy management. Manage regional pricing framework in partnership with HQ to protect AUR and price integrity. Define category segmentation, regional exclusives, and assortment cadence to drive sell-through and inventory productivity. Provide cross-channel competitive research, trend analysis, and commercial insight to inform seasonal strategy. Forecast demand using sales data, client feedback, and market signals; monitor sell-through and markdown mix. Partner with Retail, Visual Merchandising, E-commerce, Planning, and Finance to optimize presentation and conversion. Requirements 4+ years of progressive merchandising experience in luxury or premium retail. Proven track record building assortments that deliver sales and attract new clients. Advanced analytical skills with fluency in open-to-buy, sell-through analysis, and demand forecasting. Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills with high attention to detail. Strategic problem-solver with strong communication and stakeholder management abilities. Ability to travel up to 35%, including overnight and weekends. #J-18808-Ljbffr Brobston Group LLC