Sr. Merchandise Manager - Swim (Hybrid)

Lands' End•Dodgeville, WI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a hybrid role with three weeks per month onsite (Mon. – Thurs.). The fourth week is fully remote. Join Lands’ End and shape the future of our product! We’re looking for a Senior Merchandise Manager to lead our Swim category through the product development process and drive strategic growth. This is a high-impact role where you’ll combine financial acumen, trend insight, and leadership to deliver exceptional results. Own the strategic vision of the swim category, identifying key items and business drivers. Lead financial planning (demand, markup, ad ratio, GMROI) and manage top/bottom-line P&L. Develop new products and evaluate existing styles with an eye for the Lands’ End customer and brand. Translate marketplace trends into actionable strategies that resonate with our customer. Present business plans and strategies at key meetings; step in for DMM as needed. Collaborate cross-functionally with Design, Creative, Sourcing, Technical Design, and Inventory teams to ensure quality, fit, and fulfillment. Coach and develop merchandising team members, providing tools, training, and growth opportunities. Represent Merchandising in key initiatives and projects.

Requirements

7+ years of buying or merchandising experience in catalog, specialty, or department store environments.
5+ years in a managerial role with proven success in leading high-performing teams.
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising or equivalent experience.
Strong merchandising ability with a keen sense for trends and competitive positioning.
Solid understanding of product construction and digital merchandising.
Financial and analytical expertise with strong negotiation and organizational skills.
Effective communicator and influencer with a collaborative, customer-focused mindset.
Highly motivated, innovative, and adaptable.

Responsibilities

Own the strategic vision of the swim category, identifying key items and business drivers.
Lead financial planning (demand, markup, ad ratio, GMROI) and manage top/bottom-line P&L.
Develop new products and evaluate existing styles with an eye for the Lands’ End customer and brand.
Translate marketplace trends into actionable strategies that resonate with our customer.
Present business plans and strategies at key meetings; step in for DMM as needed.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Design, Creative, Sourcing, Technical Design, and Inventory teams to ensure quality, fit, and fulfillment.
Coach and develop merchandising team members, providing tools, training, and growth opportunities.
Represent Merchandising in key initiatives and projects.