Lead, Regional Merchandising - Under Armour, Inc.
Baltimore, MD
About the Job
Lead, Regional Merchandising
Date: Aug 24, 2024
Location: Baltimore, MD, US, 21230
Company: Under Armour
Values & Innovation
At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more, and the company's values - Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes and Stand for Equality - serve as both a roadmap for our teams and the qualities expected of every teammate.
Our Values define and unite us, the beliefs that are the red thread that connects everyone at Under Armour. Our values are rallying cries, reminding us why we're here, and fueling everything we do.
Our pursuit of better begins with innovation and with our team's mission of being the best. With us, you get the freedom to go further - no matter your role. That means developing, delivering, and selling the state-of-the-art products and digital tools that make top performers even better.
If you are a current Under Armour teammate, apply to this position on theInternal Career Site Here. (https://performancemanager8.successfactors.com/sf/careers/jobsearch?bplte_company=ua&_s.crb=aNMP8gWoYkBDFn%252bz2BldysgcgQHZpVs6tHzE9smSuXE%253d)
Purpose of Role
The Regional Merchant drives and delivers regional merchandising strategies tailored to specific gender/consumer within the category business. The Merchant supports the delivery of a regional line plan to meet consumer and account needs while ensuring alignment with financial goals and growth opportunities. The Merchant works cross-functionally throughout UA to inspire a collaborative and supportive operating environment and be a consensus-builder who drives results.
Your Impact
• Deliver a comprehensive long-term merchandising strategy for gender and category within the region.
• Develop regional line plans to cater to consumer and account requirements, ensuring alignment with financial targets and regional growth prospects.
• Enhance SKU productivity and efficiency throughout the region.
• Create a merchandising flow calendar that identifies key items, business opportunities, sales trends, and product launches.
• Partner with Global Product, Product Merchandising and Channel Merchandising teams to identify new growth opportunities and potential revenue streams.
• Prioritize and aggregate channel needs for submission to the Global Product teams.
• Support Regional Go-to-Market initiatives in collaboration with Marketing, including seasonal storytelling, investment priorities, and hero product launches.
• Facilitate post-mortem analyses to track market shifts and evaluate performance across various metrics, enabling agile responses to business trends.
• Operate and maintain Merchandising systems (Armoury, Trasix, etc.) for the business.
• Convey clear understanding of seasonal sales data, demand metrics, and margin targets to guide increased article productivity and growth.
• Build Consensus and Relationships with Cross-Functional Partners to drive Merchandising excellence at UA.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree with typically 8 years of relevant experience or Master's degree with typically 6 years of relevant experience or typically 12 years of relevant work experience without degree.
• Previous experience in a Product Management or Merchandising position.
• Proven ability to develop profitable merchandising strategies and collaborate effectively across internal teams.
• Decisive and resolute in decision-making, even in ambiguous situations.
Workplace Location
+ Location: This individual must reside within commuting distance from our Baltimore office.
+ Return to Work Designation: 3 days week in-office, the remainder of work week remote.
Relocation
+ Relocation may be provided up to a specified amount
Base Compensation
$93,606.00 - $128,708.80 USD
Most new hires fall within this range and have the opportunity to earn more over time. Initial placement within the salary range, however, is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills and experience for the position. UA is committed to helping our teammates succeed and advance in their careers. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.
Benefits & Perks
+ Paid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support initiatives in your local community
+ Under Armour Merchandise Discounts
+ Competitive 401(k) plan matching
+ Maternity and Parental Leave for eligible and FMLA-eligible teammates
+ Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources- We offer teammates across the country programs to promote physical activity and overall well-being
Our Commitment to Diversity
At Under Armour, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, family or paternal status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Under Armour believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities upon request.
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Date: Aug 24, 2024
Location: Baltimore, MD, US, 21230
Company: Under Armour
Values & Innovation
At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more, and the company's values - Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes and Stand for Equality - serve as both a roadmap for our teams and the qualities expected of every teammate.
Our Values define and unite us, the beliefs that are the red thread that connects everyone at Under Armour. Our values are rallying cries, reminding us why we're here, and fueling everything we do.
Our pursuit of better begins with innovation and with our team's mission of being the best. With us, you get the freedom to go further - no matter your role. That means developing, delivering, and selling the state-of-the-art products and digital tools that make top performers even better.
If you are a current Under Armour teammate, apply to this position on theInternal Career Site Here. (https://performancemanager8.successfactors.com/sf/careers/jobsearch?bplte_company=ua&_s.crb=aNMP8gWoYkBDFn%252bz2BldysgcgQHZpVs6tHzE9smSuXE%253d)
Purpose of Role
The Regional Merchant drives and delivers regional merchandising strategies tailored to specific gender/consumer within the category business. The Merchant supports the delivery of a regional line plan to meet consumer and account needs while ensuring alignment with financial goals and growth opportunities. The Merchant works cross-functionally throughout UA to inspire a collaborative and supportive operating environment and be a consensus-builder who drives results.
Your Impact
• Deliver a comprehensive long-term merchandising strategy for gender and category within the region.
• Develop regional line plans to cater to consumer and account requirements, ensuring alignment with financial targets and regional growth prospects.
• Enhance SKU productivity and efficiency throughout the region.
• Create a merchandising flow calendar that identifies key items, business opportunities, sales trends, and product launches.
• Partner with Global Product, Product Merchandising and Channel Merchandising teams to identify new growth opportunities and potential revenue streams.
• Prioritize and aggregate channel needs for submission to the Global Product teams.
• Support Regional Go-to-Market initiatives in collaboration with Marketing, including seasonal storytelling, investment priorities, and hero product launches.
• Facilitate post-mortem analyses to track market shifts and evaluate performance across various metrics, enabling agile responses to business trends.
• Operate and maintain Merchandising systems (Armoury, Trasix, etc.) for the business.
• Convey clear understanding of seasonal sales data, demand metrics, and margin targets to guide increased article productivity and growth.
• Build Consensus and Relationships with Cross-Functional Partners to drive Merchandising excellence at UA.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree with typically 8 years of relevant experience or Master's degree with typically 6 years of relevant experience or typically 12 years of relevant work experience without degree.
• Previous experience in a Product Management or Merchandising position.
• Proven ability to develop profitable merchandising strategies and collaborate effectively across internal teams.
• Decisive and resolute in decision-making, even in ambiguous situations.
Workplace Location
+ Location: This individual must reside within commuting distance from our Baltimore office.
+ Return to Work Designation: 3 days week in-office, the remainder of work week remote.
Relocation
+ Relocation may be provided up to a specified amount
Base Compensation
$93,606.00 - $128,708.80 USD
Most new hires fall within this range and have the opportunity to earn more over time. Initial placement within the salary range, however, is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills and experience for the position. UA is committed to helping our teammates succeed and advance in their careers. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.
Benefits & Perks
+ Paid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support initiatives in your local community
+ Under Armour Merchandise Discounts
+ Competitive 401(k) plan matching
+ Maternity and Parental Leave for eligible and FMLA-eligible teammates
+ Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources- We offer teammates across the country programs to promote physical activity and overall well-being
Our Commitment to Diversity
At Under Armour, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, family or paternal status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Under Armour believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities upon request.
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Source : Under Armour, Inc.
