Merchant - Shapewear and Swim

Skims•Los Angeles, CA

10d

About The Position

SKIMS is a solutions-oriented brand creating the next generation of underwear, loungewear, shapewear, and essentials. We are setting new standards by delivering technically innovative, comfort-driven products with elevated design for everybody. At the intersection of culture, innovation, and commerce, SKIMS is a global brand redefining modern apparel. Our teams are built on creativity, collaboration, and operational excellence, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive, high-performance environment where ambitious, curious, and values-driven individuals can do the best work of their careers. As we continue to scale globally, our HQ teams play a critical role in shaping strategy, building world-class infrastructure, and driving sustainable growth across markets. Position Summary The Merchant – Shapewear & Swim leads category merchandising strategy for two of SKIMS’ most technical and high-growth businesses. This role is responsible for building performance-driven assortments that balance innovation, fit solutions, and commercial impact while ensuring category leadership in both core and seasonal product launches.

Requirements

3–5 years merchandising or product experience (intimates, swim, or technical apparel preferred)
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Strong analytical, forecasting, and assortment planning skills
Ability to translate consumer insight into product strategy
Experience working in fast-paced, high-growth retail environments

Responsibilities

Own assortment architecture across shapewear and swim categories
Partner with Design and Technical teams to ensure product solutions meet performance expectations and commercial viability
Identify white-space opportunities for innovation and category expansion
Track weekly sales performance and KPI trends across channels
Provide actionable insights to leadership and cross-functional teams
Forecast monthly demand for new launches and carryover styles
Recommend pricing strategies aligned to competitive landscape and brand positioning
Guide product investment decisions based on data, consumer insights, and trend forecasting
Support go-to-market strategy and ensure successful product launches across Retail, Ecommerce, and Wholesale
Lead seasonal product knowledge presentations for internal teams
Maintain deep understanding of target customer needs, fit expectations, and performance priorities
Monitor competitive brands within shapewear, intimates, and swim markets
Support junior team members and foster strong cross-functional partnerships
Drive continuous improvement across merchandising processes and systems