Head of Footwear Merchandising

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive regional merchandising strategy for footwear across wholesale and DTC channels
• Lead seasonal assortment planning, optimizing product segmentation and lifecycle management
• Drive the regional go-to-market process by aligning global product teams, regional sales, and demand planning
• Synthesize competitor analysis and consumer trends to identify growth opportunities in the Americas
• Collaborate with analytics teams to translate sales data into actionable product insights
• Track KPIs including sell-through rates, inventory turn, and margin health
• Mentor and develop a high-performing merchandising team
• Partner across the matrix to bridge global strategy with local execution

Requirements

• 9+ years of experience in merchandising, product management, or retail buying in premium footwear or apparel
• 4+ years of experience leading merchandising teams in high-growth environments
• Expertise in managing footwear assortments within vertically integrated or omnichannel brands
• Proven track record in margin management, assortment planning, and inventory turnover
• Expert analytical skills with ability to navigate complex data sets
• Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools and BI platforms
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

About the Company

On is a premium global brand focused on innovation and performance in the footwear and apparel industry.