Lead Merchant, Accessories

Overview

We’re looking for a Lead Merchant, for  Footwear. You will be responsible for managing a growing and profitable business in North America. You will lead and own a business for a diverse portfolio of FW products for the entire NA Marketplace.

This role requires the ability to partner with key x-functionally (Planning, Account Merchandising, Marketing and Sales) to ensure consumer-focused merchandising strategy tailored to the geography, build and sell in consumer-focused assortments. Having a strategic vision, strong communication skills to influence a point of view, marketplace & consumer knowledge, and the ability to span multiple seasons will be critical for this role to create impact, fuel healthy growth, and drive results in this key account. Building trust, relationships and a strong team culture while leading with courage through ambiguity will be critical to success.

Looking for an individual with Footwear experience in Retail or Sporting Goods business. 

Top 4 non-negotiables for this Accessories Lead Merch Role:

1. Accessories experience is mandatory
2. Must have sports industry experience
3. Must be discipline in buying, merchandising, or planning
4. Needs to be a go-getter

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $37.19 to $41.33 an hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits! 

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.