Merchandiser, Retail

Randa Apparel & Accessories is one of the world’s leading fashion clothing and accessories companies, operating across 11 countries with a portfolio of 30+ iconic brands, including Haggar, Levi’s, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, Totes, Isotoner, and Columbia Sportswear. With over 100 years of industry leadership, RAA continues to produce exceptional products and services, delighting customers and empowering partners worldwide. From the #1 dress pant brand in North America to the #1 belt and wallet, RAA sets the standard for excellence and innovation

We empower our associates, create growth opportunities at every level, and strive to make RAA the best place to build a career.

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Location :
Chicago, IL

Salary Range : $71,500 - $76,000

Schedule
:
Hybrid (3 days in-office / 2 days remote)

The Merchandiser is accountable for developing the seasonal line architecture within their area of responsibility (AOR), ensuring that the assortment aligns with brand strategy, consumer insights, and financial targets. This role leads the full product life cycle—from concept development through adoption—for upcoming seasons. The Merchandiser may oversee multiple brands and may provide leadership, guidance, and workload direction to Assistant Merchandisers to ensure flawless execution across all milestones.

• Analyze Business Performance & Trends
  • Review historical selling with the Design team, evaluate market and consumer trends, and provide data‑driven recommendations to inform seasonal product strategies.
• Drive Seasonal Line Development
  • Partner closely with Design to develop the seasonal assortment, offering guidance on style direction, color palettes, and key product opportunities to ensure alignment with brand and merchandising objectives.
• Lead Presentation & Line Review Preparation
  • Manage all aspects of presentation readiness by collaborating with Sales to understand meeting requirements and deliverables. Prepare samples and visuals for key account meetings, market weeks, and trade shows, including pulling and organizing physical product.
• Manage Product Adoption & PLM Accuracy
  • Oversee the product adoption process by executing style setup in PLM, facilitating handoff meetings with Sourcing Coordinators, and ensuring accuracy of product details, specifications, and costing.
• Own Seasonal Calendar Execution
  • Maintain and drive the end‑to‑end product calendar to ensure all seasonal milestones, cross‑functional deliverables, and critical presentations are completed on time.
• Coordinate Daily Communication with Suppliers
  • Serve as the primary point of contact with suppliers, managing ongoing communication around sample status, product questions, costing updates, resourcing needs, and adoption timelines.
• Oversee Prototype Development
  • Work directly with factory partners to initiate prototype requests. Review prototype samples for accuracy, ensuring they meet all technical specifications and quality standards before moving forward.
• Manage End‑to‑End Sample Lifecycle
  • Oversee all aspects of sample management, including forecasting sample needs, submitting sample requests, tracking sample flow across internal and external partners, ensuring timely delivery, organizing samples for fittings and presentations, and maintaining accurate documentation of sample status throughout the product lifecycle.
• Support Additional Business Needs
  • Perform additional tasks and special projects as assigned to support overall merchandising, product development, and cross‑functional business objectives.

• Education & Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 3–5 years of experience in merchandising consumer products, design, or product development
  • Prior experience in accessories design
• Technical Skills
  • Strong understanding of raw materials and finished goods manufacturing processes
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.)
  • Experience with Adobe Suite…