Collection Merchandising Manager, Women's & Kids

ABOUT US

Thom Browne is widely recognized for challenging and modernizing today's uniform: the suit. By questioning traditional proportions, Browne's designs consistently convey a true American sensibility rooted in quality craftsmanship and precise tailoring. We pride ourselves on our core values of respect and collaboration, challenging ourselves to express creativity and continuously innovate. We attract ambitious individuals who operate in unique ways while upholding exceptional craftsmanship and excellence.

THE ROLE

The Collection Merchandising Manager, reporting to the Director of Merchandising, leads the development and execution of seasonal collection strategies that drive commercial performance, brand relevance, and customer engagement globally. Acting as a key partner to Design, Planning, Product Development, and Global & Regional Merchandising teams, this role oversees assortment architecture, product lifecycle management, pricing strategy, and collection performance while ensuring alignment with brand vision, consumer demand, and business objectives.

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The ideal candidate brings significant luxury fashion merchandising experience, strong product and market acumen, exceptional analytical skills, and a proven ability to translate customer insights and industry trends into commercially successful collections in a fast-paced environment.

• Own and drive merchandising strategy and planning for Women's & Kids to drive product development / offer and implementation of Global Buy.
• Lead and partner effectively with cross functional teams both globally and with regional offices: Design, Product Development, Planning, Production, Global and Regional Buying, Visual Merchandising, Marketing, E-Commerce, influencing key decisions to deliver the strategic direction for the category and to protect the brand.
• Analyze weekly / monthly / seasonal sales reports and propose appropriate action steps: proactively drive the business and anticipate needs and issues.
• Create effective working relationships with Retail team (Buyers, Store Directors) to gain product feedback and market research.
• Collect and present competitor analysis to advocate for market needs.
• Responsible for developing and monitoring merchandising plan in line with development targets.
• Own all milestones in development: merchandising plans, range feedback, price targets, global selection.
• Coach, manage and lead with the merchandising team (inspire, motivate, coach, nurture and develop), and develop a direct report.
• Develop and present the range plan including pricing, missed opportunities, comp styles, and competition strategy with the support of a Merchandising assistant and validate with Director of Merchandising.
• Present collection to commercial teams for market opening.
• Own market preparation and materials.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• 5-7 years' experience within merchandising or buying in women's.
• Strong merchandising and retail experience.
• Passion for product/fashion trends.
• Demonstrates high commercial instinct.
• Strong analytical and retail math skills.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Highly organized, with ability to multi-task.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

• Salary Range is $115,000 – 130,000 + target bonus. Please note that compensation will be offered based on relevant skills and experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package and company uniform.
• Flexible work schedule. xhyhwjd
• 401(k) company match.