Senior Category Merchandising Manager (Kids Apparel)

Are you ready to make a significant impact within a world-renowned global athletic and lifestyle brand? Aquent is seeking a visionary Senior Merchandising Manager to step into a pivotal role, leading the Kids Apparel Sport product merchandising strategy. This is a unique opportunity to take the reins, shape a full season cycle, and leave a lasting mark on what lands in the North America marketplace. If you're a proactive leader with a passion for product and a knack for rallying cross-functional partners, this is your chance to drive real change and contribute to the success of an iconic brand.

What You Will Do

• Lead and develop a merchandising team of four, acting as the go-to expert for the category.
• Drive the product merchandising strategy for Kids Apparel Sport, setting the vision and direction.
• Partner daily with Product, Planning, and Marketplace teams to align assortment, flow, and go-to-market strategies.
• Build and champion a clear vision for kids apparel, influencing key stakeholders.
• Translate marketplace insights into strategic assortment decisions for the North America region.
• Present compelling recommendations to cross-functional partners and leadership, guiding critical business choices.

What You Bring

• 8+ years of merchandising experience, with a strong preference for apparel.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Proven people leadership and team management experience (required).
• Strong command of the North America marketplace dynamics.
• Fluency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Keynote, coupled with polished presentation and communication skills.

Nice to Have

• Background in kids apparel and/or sports/athletic apparel.
• Account-facing experience.
• Exposure to product creation processes.
• Prior experience with a large global athletic brand.

Who Thrives Here

This role is perfect for proactive operators and problem solvers who take initiative and move before being asked. We're looking for individuals who can articulate a clear vision for a category and inspire partners to rally behind it, making a tangible impact in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.