Associate Merchant

Job description

We inspire purpose-filled living that brings joy to the modern home. With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the U.S. and Canada, we achieve together, drive results and innovate to inspire. Drawn together by a shared passion for our customers and a spirit of fun, we deliver high-quality home furnishings that are expertly designed, responsibly sourced and bring beauty and function to people’s homes. From the day we opened our first store in Chicago in 1962 to the digital innovations that engage millions of customers today, our iconic brand is nearly 60 years in the making—and our story is still unfolding. The Associate Merchant supports the Merchant in all aspects of product assortment, financial planning and vendor partnerships in accordance with the sales, margin, turnover and flow goals for the assigned product category. This is an on-site position (Monday through Thursday) based out of our Northbrook, IL office with the flexibility to work remotely on Fridays.​ A day in the life as an Associate Merchant... Makes recommendations to Merchant regarding product assortment, pricing and merchandising strategies reflecting goals based on trends and forecasts. Participates in the final decision making process by providing expert recommendations to Merchant regarding seasonal and core product mix for a given department. Analyzes sales information in order to identify opportunities to increase sales and margins. Based on research and analysis, participates in recommending, setting and approving product-pricing strategies to achieve specific margin objectives and executes exit strategies as needed. Negotiates product costs, terms, subsidy and VIR Develops and maintains vendor partnerships by providing analytical metrics to Merchant, influencing the supplier management strategy to support overall department strategy and works to improve all aspects of supplier relationship. Builds and maintains assortment plans and SKU counts. Gathers and synthesizes information from partners to make strategic recommendations to Merchant Analyzes business trends and opportunities by identifying and maximizing key items via test strategies. Provides recommendations regarding short term buying plans and long term strategies. Conducts competitive intelligence and uses information to identify opportunities and challenges for in-season business and future seasons. Leads product sequencing, including layouts and copy edits and communication with cross-functional teams. What you’ll bring to the table… Possess an understanding of merchandising plans and processes Strong financial acumen and experience with negotiations Strong understanding of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word Strong communication skills Highly collaborative Strong attention to detail We’d love to hear from you if you have… 3+ years retail merchandising experience, or education equivalent or related area Bachelor’s degree Euromarket Designs, Inc., which does business as Crate and Barrel and CB2, will be referred to as “the Company”. The Company is deeply committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact the location you are applying to here and ask to speak with a manager regarding the nature of your request. The Company is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital, parental, veteran or military status, unfavorable military discharge, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. The Company participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the US. State / City Compliance: The Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.