Merchant and Commercial Strategy Lead

Job Summary

Seeking a strategic and analytical Merchant and Commercial Strategy Lead, this full-time remote position will manage merchandising strategy across assigned product categories, drive commercial success through go-to-market execution, and oversee financial performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Key responsibilities

• Own the merchandising strategy for assigned product categories, focusing on assortment planning, pricing, and inventory productivity
• Lead the commercial strategy for product launches, partnering with Marketing to develop go-to-market plans and ensure cohesive product storytelling
• Analyze business performance and customer insights to recommend assortment and pricing strategies that optimize category performance

Required qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in merchandising, category management, or commercial strategy within a high-growth consumer products business
• Strong background in assortment planning, retail math, inventory management, and financial analysis
• Proven success in leading commercial go-to-market strategies and collaborating with Marketing on product launches
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP and PLM systems
• Exceptional cross-functional leadership skills with the ability to analyze customer insights and market trends