Senior Merchant - House Brands at Huckberry

Austin, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Retail merchandising, Apparel merchandising, Garment construction, Fabrication knowledge, Assortment planning, Data analysis, Product development, Trend forecasting, Go-to-market strategy, Inventory management, Budget management, Cross-functional collaboration, Strategic planning, Market research, Communication skills, Startup mindset

Industry

Retail

Description

Our portfolio of House Brands (Flint and Tinder, Proof, Wills, etc.) are the soul of the Huckberry shop, and we need a Senior Merchant to fuel their next phase of growth. This role sits at the high-stakes intersection of creative design and commercial viability, demanding a merchandiser who can spot a market "white space" and partner with Design to fill it. You’ll be the architect of our internal product engine, ensuring every piece of gear we build is both a financial win and a new favorite in our customers' rotations. In this position, you will report to the Director of House Brands Merchandising. This role is based out of our headquarters in Austin, TX; relocation support will be provided to a remote hire. Responsibilities Work with the Director and VP of Merch to build seasonal line plans that balance core best-sellers with innovative, trend-forward "heat" pieces Act as the central hub between Design, Sourcing, Planning, and Channels to ensure products are delivered on time, on budget, and on brand Partner with the planning team to manage OTB, hitting aggressive growth targets for margins, sell-through, and SKU productivity Conduct "white space" research to identify new product opportunities and categories that resonate with the Huckberry lifestyle Lead the "Go-to-Market" calendar, ensuring all internal milestones (from proto-reviews to photo shoots) are met Work closely with the Creative and Marketing teams to translate technical product features into compelling stories that drive conversion Analyze weekly sales data to identify "winners" for chase opportunities and "losers" for future assortment pivots 7+ years of experience in retail merchandising (preferably in apparel) A deep understanding of garment construction, fabrications, and what makes a product "Huckberry quality" Strong experience using data to build assortment plans and drive profitable growth Ability to speak "Designer", “Marketer”, and "Accountant" fluently, translating creative vision into commercial reality Highly organized with the ability to manage complex calendars and hundreds of SKUs without breaking a sweat A "startup" mindset, ready to pivot based on sales trends or global supply chain shifts Most importantly, you have positive energy with a collaborative spirit and a growth mindset Medical, Dental, Vision benefits 401(k) and employer match Annual Huckberry shopping credits Paid Sabbatical leave at 4 years Summer Fridays Weekly catered lunch Monthly happy hours Mental health resources Paid Parental Leave Paid Vacation & Paid Sick Leave Volunteer Time Off Generous employee discount WFH flexibility Annual offsites Company Description Huckberry is the ultimate one-stop men's shop for discovering the best gear and threads. Over a million guys trust us as their go-to resource for their closet, adventure inspiration, and a whole lot more. We were named one of IAB's most disruptive consumer brands, and we've collaborated with everyone from Matthew McConaughey and Leon Bridges to brands like Lululemon, Tacoma, and Coors. We look forward to meeting you. Want to get to know us better? Check out our: Journal: http://huckberry.com/blog Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Huckberryco Instagram: http://instagram.com/huckberry Huckberry encourages candidates of all different backgrounds and identities to apply. We are always eager to further diversify our company, and we are committed to providing an inclusive environment of mutual respect where all can flourish. All of our employment decisions are based solely on merit and business need.

Responsibilities

The Senior Merchant will lead the development of seasonal line plans and manage the product lifecycle from concept to market. They will act as a central hub between design, sourcing, and marketing teams to ensure products are commercially viable and aligned with the brand's growth targets.