DIRECTOR OF RETAIL MERCHANDISING

Our client is one of the most iconic home furnishing companies in the country with an upper-end collection of furniture and accessories and a growing retail division. The company’s lineage dates back to 1903 and is one of the strongest and most respected names in the furniture industry. We are seeking a full-time Director of Retail Merchandising stores in California and Texas who has experience in building an assortment of upper-end home furnishing accessories that are aesthetically balanced, profitable and diversified. Key Responsibilities: Develop the seasonal assortment plans to define product requirements for on time delivery and commercially viable product Provide administrative and operational support including accessories list updates, database and system updates, compiling product information and promotion Correspond with cross-functional partners. Resolve, handle and escalate difficult issues to the Vice President of Retail and Home Stores Management Perform market analysis, competitive shop and analyze industry trends to identify emerging trends and white space opportunities Responsible for reviewing product details, pricing, inventory requirements and vendor relations Lead end-of-season hindsight analysis and prepare recommendations for future seasons based on findings Attend national trade shows to identify and develop, where necessary, home furnishings accessory resources consistent with the overall design aesthetics Identify and develop local and/or regional home furnishings accessory resources for the purpose of layering unique product into the overall merchandise mix