Merchant

At Torrid we're committed to cultivating a welcoming, inclusive and diverse culture driven by a focus on open dialogue, empowerment, recruiting, training, development and retention. We believe inclusion of diverse backgrounds and perspectives is fundamental to our success.

About the role

Hybrid Schedule - 3 days in-office and 2 days remote. The Merchant will own and manage a key category of the business, driving brand-aligned strategies to exceed financial objectives and customer expectations. This role is pivotal in leading cross-functional teams, analyzing market opportunities, and executing compelling assortments that maximize sales, margin, and inventory turns.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute seasonal product strategies for a product category, ensuring alignment with consumer trends, sales performance, and market demand.
• Manage the product lifecycle from initial buy to final markdown, analyzing trends, sales data, and customer feedback to optimize assortment and inventory.
• Create strong partnerships among cross-functional areas including Planning, Design, Product Development, Sourcing, Marketing, Site Merchandising Operations, Allocation, and Visual.
• Partner with Sourcing and Product Development to manage the flow and timing of deliveries, ensuring all deliverables are met on a timely basis.
• Set target retails and ensure costs and IMUs align with financial objectives.
• Determine quantities to order by style, size, and color; validate to KPI objectives, Line Plan, and OTB plan.
• Prepare regular reports on sales, inventory, and trends, presenting actionable insights to senior leadership and making recommendations for improvements.
• Continuously monitor KPIs such as sell-through rates, margin performance, and customer feedback, adjusting strategies as necessary.
• Partner with Marketing to understand (Omni) floor set visual placement of product and impact on sales.
• Work with Visual team and Merchant leaders on key initiatives requiring marketing and visual placement.
• Ensure ongoing coordination with Site Merchandising Operations on final assortment and any updates as needed.
• Partner with Store Ops, if necessary, to create applicable training and communication to improve workflow.
• Perform research analysis of the plus-size market to identify trends and opportunities, tailoring insights to enhance the core customer’s experience and identify new growth opportunities and business strategies.

Requirements

• Five (5)+ years of vertical retail buying experience, including fashion categories.
• Proven experience with data analysis, interpretation, and reporting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, Business, or related field preferred or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of fashion trends, customer behavior, and market dynamics.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret sales data and make informed decisions.
• Exceptional communication, critical thinking, decision-making, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook (Microsoft Office Suite).
• Ability to build strong business partnerships both internally and externally and demonstrate adaptability and flexibility as business strategies change.
• Strong sense of style and ability to carry out a strategic vision.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing work environment with competing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail, creativity, and a passion for fashion.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and 401k with company matching contribution, plus potential to earn company performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive wellness package including medical, dental, vision, and Flexible Spending Account.
• Generous 50% employee discount and access to employee-only sales.
• Paid volunteer time: up to 32 hours annually for community volunteering.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for legal, financial, and mental health consultations.
• Discounts on cell phones, computer purchases, entertainment tickets, and more.
• Pet insurance.
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

Pay

Salary range: $100,000-130,000

Schedule

Hybrid Schedule - 3 days in-office and 2 days remote.