THE ROLE: Category Merchandiser
A Category Merchandiser, Womens Fashion, Editorial & Men's to develop and manage a calendar of events for two distinct sites. You will collaborate with the Merchants, Boutique Production, and other cross functional teams to maximize customer engagement and business results.
What youll do
- Own & Manage calendar optimization strategies for both Rue La La and Gilt, based on learnings and goals for Womens Fashion, Editorial & Kids with a strong focus on innovation.
- Analyze the business weekly to understand the strongest boutique messaging, concepts, and placements. Share findings with cross-functional business partners and utilize these learnings to optimize future calendar weeks.
- Ensure the distinct voice of each site is maintained through the events created; minimize overlap; collaborate cross-functionally with counterparts across the organization to manage changes and achieve successful and profitable boutique execution.
- React to business trends and product availability to ensure that our boutique offering on both sites will maximize company sales, margin, and efficiency objectives
- Ability to flex and be a team player when needed to hit goal
Theres More
Constant exposure to all aspects of the Rue & Gilt business. Work closely with many of our amazing departments: Buying, Programming, Planning, Boutique Production, Creative and Marketing, Warehouse and learn many aspects of the business
About You
- Bachelors degree
- 2+ years related experience in an e-commerce environment, exposure to fashion and merchandising preferred
- Self-starter who is highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a high-energy, fast-paced environment
- Strong analytical skills and ability to think out of the box
- Proven leadership capabilities; effective and clear communications skills
- Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills, and the ability to work closely and effectively with diverse teams in order to achieve objectives
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel); comfortable with tools in an online environment
Base Salary: $55,000 - $65,000
Rue Gilt Groupe is committed to providing Associates with equal pay for equal work and carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including prior experience, skills and expertise, location, and internal equity. Our goal is to support, reward and compensate the entire individual. Depending on role eligibility, your offer may also include bonus/commission, equity, 401(k) match, and a variety of benefits. Therefore, final offer amounts may vary from the amount stated.
ABOUT US:
Rue Gilt Groupe combines world-class merchandising, technology and marketing to create the most engaging and satisfying online shopping experience available. Each day, 35+ million loyal Members turn to Rue La La and Gilt for everything from women, men and children's apparel and accessories to home dcor and exclusive experiences. Our approach to retail brings excitement to online shopping in a way that not only strategically supports our brand partners, but also inspires our Members daily.
This Company is an equal opportunity employer, and selects individuals best matched for the job based upon job-related qualifications regardless of race, religion, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, gender identity, genetic information, disability, pregnancy, veteran or military status or any other
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ABOUT US:
Rue Gilt Groupe is a leading off-price e-commerce portfolio company, connecting the next-generation shopper to world-class brands. Weve defined the online treasure hunt through our daily sale events allowing a large, loyal member base to discover over 5,000 premium and luxury brands at prices up to 70% off full-price retail.
Rue Gilt Groupe operates three complementary sites Rue La La, Gilt, and ShopSimon.
Our vision at RGG is to spark delight through daily discovery we make shopping an occasion to celebrate. At the forefront of fashion and technology, were also in the business of sparking delight for our Associates. We inspire each other, our Members, and ourselves to push past the expected every day. Our culture is rooted in our values and together we work to demonstrate being Kind, Passionate, Collaborative, Innovative, Tenacious and Empowered.
