Job Details

Iconic. Approachable. Connected. These are some of the ideas that guide our every day at Janie and Jack. We set ourselves apart with outstanding quality and great care for every detail, from our clothing to our customer service to the people we work with. Are you ready to be a part of the Janie and Jack story?

About the job

The Merchandiser will be responsible for developing and driving the product strategy, assortment and financial performance goals. Working closely with the DDM , the Merchandiser will act as the representative of the customer in strategic decisions on the cross-functional team. The Merchandiser will partner with Design, Production, Brand Creative Services, and Visual Merchandising to ensure the strategic vision is executed all the way to the customer. They will also work closely with the store teams to enhance understanding of our customers and address their needs.

What you'll do

• Create and develop seasonal merchandise line plans, working with Manager to hit financial targets and support the overall seasonal vision
• Assort the product lines to guide color, pattern, silhouette, outfitting, class-mix, etc
• Strategically develop and execute financial plans for department and classification in partnership with Planning
• Work with Production and Design to drive achievement of AUC and IMU goals
• Collaborate with Design, Production, Brand Creative Services, and Visual Merchandising to ensure the strategic vision is executed all the way to the customer
• Own reporting on business on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis, including hindsighting in preparation for upcoming seasons
• Partner with the store teams to enhance understanding of our customers and address their needs
• Maintain a high awareness of the customer, competitive landscape, and fashion trends through consistent store visits and online research
• Ensure accuracy and efficiency with intensive data management during peak times
• Responsible for participating in Store communications as needed, providing product information, visual/outfitting direction
• Merchant Team SME (subject matter expert) - Maintain expert-level knowledge and act as a primary resource on a specific process or tool
• Develop presentation skills through weekly recapping, fast pass, and seasonal PPR meetings

What you'll bring

• BA/BS degree required with 2 to 4 years of merchandising experience
• Experience in the Specialty Store arena preferred, with proven ability to identify trends and successfully drive results
• Children/Baby apparel experience preferred
• Possess strong analytical skills as well as proficiency in working with numbers
• Excellent speed in computer-based tasks and very detail-oriented to ensure accuracy in tools
• Superior written and oral communication skills, coupled with strong organizational agility
• PC skills required, including excellence with Microsoft applications
• The ideal candidate must enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and ability to work with all levels within the organization

Why you'll love working with us

The Product: Outstanding collections you'll be proud to represent -plus, an irresistible employee discount. The People: Join a team known for our incredible talent, camaraderie, and support. The Experience-build a rewarding career with a respected children's brand.

Let's talk perks!

• Employee discount at Janie and Jack
• Paid holidays and flexible time off
• Generous Health Savings Account (HSA) employer contributions for individuals and families
• Flexible Spending Accounts and commuter benefits
• Life insurance
• Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance*
• Employee Assistance Program with resources like financial and legal assistance, emotional work/life counseling, health, and wellness resources, travel assistance

Actual starting pay for this role is determined by a wide array of factors including but not limited to qualifications, experience, relevant skills, education, and geographic location. Employees are offered a variety of benefits to empower them with the resources and flexibility they need to enjoy success on the job and to live a healthy life. Full-time employees are eligible for medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, health and dependent care FSA, life/ad&d insurance, short term and long term disability, commuter benefits, pet benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and 401(k) including matching. All employees are eligible for employee discounts and EAP Resources. All regular, full-time Brand Support Center employees are eligible for the annual discretionary bonus plan.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.