Wholesale Merchandising Manager

Summary of Position As Merchandising Manager, you will report to the President of Rebel Athletic and lead overall assortment direction, defining the vision, strategies, and seasonal concepts across key wholesale product segments. The merchandising manager will brief innovative line plans that meet or exceed revenue, SKU productivity, and margin targets. Utilizing consumer and competitive market intelligence the merchandising manager will partner with sales and product design to construct seasonal product line plans to accelerate Rebels growth in Wholesale categories. Duties and Responsibilities Collaborate with Sourcing, Marketing, Sales, and Design teams to create a robust pipeline of new and innovative products Utilize consumer, market, customer, and trend insights; champion these ideas through the product process from concept through commercialization and launch Manage the end-to-end product lifecycle for the assortment; meet SKU productivity goals by maximizing each style’s sales opportunities Partner with Planning to continuously optimize and rationalize the assortment based on category strategy, margin, and sales performance Assess the competitive landscape, including financial position, trends, marketing, and product strategy; react accordingly to maintain leadership in trend, performance, and quality Develop and manage product line plans, product briefs, and timelines to ensure on‑time and on‑strategy launches Establish wholesale pricing structures and set cost targets aligned with revenue and profitability goals Oversee the product creation process; partner with Sourcing and Planning to ensure deadlines are met and products achieve key business metrics at launch and beyond Partner with Sales and Marketing on strategy development, planning, and execution of marketing materials, including website content, catalogs, advertising, and earned media Identify and resolve process issues; recommend improvements to enhance collaboration and drive efficiency across planning, sales, and supply chain Required Qualifications 5+ years of merchandising management experience, preferably in apparel or a related consumer product category Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field Strong experience in financial planning, assortment planning, and strategic line planning Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making capabilities Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment High attention to detail with strong follow‑through and ownership Preferred Qualifications Experience working in wholesale or multi‑channel retail environments Background collaborating with cross‑functional product creation teams Experience in trend analysis and consumer insights application Core Competencies Strategic Thinking – translates market insights and business goals into compelling assortments Analytical Rigor – uses data to drive merchandising and financial decisions Cross‑Functional Collaboration – partners effectively across teams to bring products to life Ownership and Accountability – drives initiatives from concept through execution Agility – thrives in a fast‑paced, evolving environment Communication – delivers clear, compelling direction and insights Working Conditions Office‑based role at Rebel Athletic headquarters in Carrollton, Texas Standard business hours with flexibility as needed to support seasonal cycles and key launches Equal Opportunity Statement Rebel Athletic LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected characteristic. We also strictly prohibit retaliation against individuals who raise concerns or participate in investigations. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rebel Athletic