layiq

/la·yiq/adjective

worthy; deserving; fitting; suitable.

A role, opportunity, or path that merits attention, time, and pursuit.

LAYIQ - Associate Corporate Merchant – Accessories at L.L.Bean

Strategy
Concept Ideation: Perform market research; assess the competition; bring forward new product ideas
Strategic Planning: Participates in strategic planning discussions as a learner; provides input
Market Research
Gather market data & create reports to support assessment of competition - preseason / in season (i.e., ratings & reviews; market basket)
Planning & Analytics
Reviews & reports out on ratings & reviews
Provides input to the development of Division level concepts, items, and promotional strategies
Provides input to merchandising & selling the line
Review & provide input to in-season markdowns
Core Work: Tools and systems management
Maintains & ensures data integrity for variety of systems
Communicates changes to stakeholders
May manage photo sample process
For assigned business areas
Responsible for the line plan
Identify opportunities & risks through analyzing sales performance and gathering marketplace information
Participates in review of sales, receipt flow, inventory & margin projections to maximize sales & minimize risks
Provide support & coordination for the team and manage small SKUs/Dollars demand center
Communicates to cross-department group; makes presentations
Performs moderately complex analysis of data. Identifies trends. Makes suggestions.
Additional duties as assigned
Health and Safety Requirement: Every employee is responsible for contributing to a safe and healthy workplace. Employees are expected to be active participants in health and safety by following all safety policies and procedures, reporting unsafe conditions or at-risk behaviors to leadership, and conducting work in a safe manner. Those in a leadership role are also expected to model safe behaviors, evaluate risk, and ensure that risks are reduced to acceptable levels.
Education Level: 4-Year Bachelors Degree
Years of Experience: 1+ years
Skills and Qualifications: Must live within a commutable distance to the Corporate HQ located in Freeport, Maine
Shows emerging leadership skills as evidenced by ability to delegate & mentor others.
Tasks are tactical in nature.
Solid written & verbal skills.
Multiple tasks assigned and reviewed only after completion.
Merchandise and institutional process knowledge preferred
Strong oral and written communication skills
Exceptional organizational skills with extreme attention to detail
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while effectively meeting deadlines
Work efficiently without direct supervision
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, experience with database utilization
Team player with ability to work effectively with diverse personalities
Must be able to handle difficult situations in a calm, professional manner
Creative problem-solving abilities
Flexible in ever-changing, fast paced environment
L.L.Bean uses a market-based compensation approach. The anticipated starting base pay for this position is $65,800.00-$82,200.00. Individual compensation may vary based on factors such as a candidate’s experience, qualifications, education, geographic location, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.
If you care about the outdoors, joining L.L.Bean is a great way to feel good about what you do. Our benefits package makes a good thing even better, with programs and perks designed to support your health and financial goals. Plus, maintaining a healthy work-life balance and re-charging outside are all part of the plan.
If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you'd be great at this role, we'd love to learn more about you! At L.L.Bean, we believe the outdoors brings out the best in all of us. We strive to reflect this every day in our commitments to employees and partners and in our efforts to promote belonging.

Associate Corporate Merchant – Accessories

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