Associate, Apparel Merchandising - Global HOKA

At Deckers Brands, Together, Every Step is a promise kept that every employee can bring their authentic self, is valued and supported, as a whole person, at work and beyond. Together, Every Step is how we continue to deliver exceptional business results, experience an amazing place to work, and have a positive impact on the communities and world around us. Job Title: Associate, Apparel Merchandising - Global HOKAReports to: Director of Apparel, Global MerchandisingLocation: Portland, OR (Hybrid)Typically 3 times per week in office, Tuesday – ThursdayThe RoleAs an Associate, Apparel Merchandising for Global HOKA, you'll support the Merchandising team in executing seasonal directives and key initiatives across the global marketplace, including both DTC and Wholesale channels. You'll support line planning, seasonal assortment creation, and merchandising tools throughout the go-to-market process while partnering with cross-functional teams to align product, brand, and commercial priorities. Your focus will be on consumer-driven assortments, pricing strategies, and market insights, ensuring business goals are met and supporting seasonal handoffs for regional partners.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 ImpactExecute key milestones and deliverables within the global merchandising calendar, ensuring timely completion and high-quality executionManage and maintain merchandising tools across multiple seasons, including creation, updates, organization, file management, and communication with key partnersManage multiple seasons simultaneously, ensuring high-quality execution and on-time delivery of key merchandising milestonesBring a consumer-first mindset to all work, leveraging marketplace insights to support informed merchandising decisionsSupport ongoing feedback loops with Product and Demand Creation teams, using marketplace and business results to inform future opportunitiesStay current on industry trends, consumer preferences, and the competitive landscape to support product and merchandising strategiesPartner with the Sr. Manager to assess competitive insights and translate learnings into actionable recommendationsReview sales performance and inventory trends with Brand Planning partners to support in-season strategies and business recapsBuild strong relationships across cross-functional teams through proactive communication and collaborationPartner with the Operations Lead to maintain merchandising calendars and communicate key updates to stakeholdersThrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment while demonstrating adaptability, ownership, and teamworkWho You AreBachelor's degree2-3+ years of merchandising experience supporting both DTC and Wholesale channelsExperience within the performance, athletic, outdoor, or consumer products industry preferredStrong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales, inventory, and marketplace performance dataProficiency in Microsoft Excel and merchandising/planning toolsProven ability to develop and maintain strong cross-functional partnershipsAbility to manage competing priorities and collaborate effectively across multiple teamsFocused decision-making guided by brand integrity and company valuesStrong communication and presentation skillsHighly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlinesSelf-motivated with a proactive, solution-oriented mindsetExperience working within a matrixed organizationWhat 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.#LI-LA1$66,000.00 - $89,100.00The salary range posted reflects the estimated minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this role in: Portland, OregonIndividual 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.