Men's Apparel Merchandiser

Company Background

With over 75 years of industry expertise, The Levy Group remains one of the largest apparel manufacturers in the United States. Our commitment to outstanding quality, value, and customer service has enabled us to continually grow and innovate in a highly challenging marketplace. Our network has grown to over 300 retail partners, five international offices, a portfolio of iconic brand partners, and four proprietary brands.

The Levy Group designs, manufactures, imports, markets, and distributes outerwear, swimwear, dresses, activewear, men's tailored clothing, and sportswear. Headquartered in New York City, The Levy Group manages, elevates, and builds the long-term value of consumer brands by partnering with best-in-class manufacturers and retailers.

Job Summary :

The Men's Apparel Merchandiser is responsible for the strategy, planning, and execution of seasonal assortments tailored to mid-tier and off-price retail channels. This role builds compelling, customer-focused assortments that balance financial goals, market trends, and brand direction. The Merchant manages the full product lifecycle - from research and line planning through execution and sell-in - ensuring assortments deliver profitable growth while resonating with consumers.

This position requires a strong understanding of the men's apparel market, sharp analytical skills, and proven merchandising experience with value-driven customers.

Responsibilities :

Merchandising Strategy & Line Planning

Build seasonal line plans for men's categories that align with financial goals, margin targets, and market needs.

Translate financial objectives, market trends, and historical performance into mid-term and seasonal strategies.

Develop assortments that reflect customer needs, balancing style, size, and price for mid-tier and off-price channels.

Partner with Sales and Planning to optimize assortments for specific customer accounts.

Support category storytelling and ensure assortments align with brand positioning at retail.

Market & Competitive Analysis

Conduct hindsight analysis of bookings, sell-through, and sales reports to inform future product strategies.

Monitor competitor assortments and pricing in the mid-tier and off-price channels; identify white-space opportunities.

Synthesize consumer insights, sales feedback, and trend research into actionable assortment decisions.

Product Development & Costing

Partner with Design and Development teams to align on cost, construction, and margin requirements.

Collaborate with Development and leadership on costing negotiations with suppliers to achieve margin goals while delivering value for mid-tier and off-price customers.

Calendar & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Manage merchandising deliverables across calendar milestones : creative kickoff, CAD review, line close, and sales release.

Prepare and present merchandising documents for key meetings (line adoption, catalog proofing, sales presentations).

Collaborate with Marketing, Catalog, and Sales to ensure consistency in seasonal materials (catalogs, B2B, brand plans, photo shoots).

Partner with Planning and Operations to manage SKU productivity and ensure data accuracy across PLM and reporting tools.

Sample & Sales Support

Manage seasonal sample timelines and support Sales with final sample assortments for line release.

Ensure timely delivery of samples and classification logistics to support mid-tier and off-price retail partners.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to shape the Men's apparel strategy within a global brand while directly impacting growth in mid-tier and off-price markets. As a Merchant, you'll collaborate cross-functionally to create customer-focused assortments that blend brand identity with market opportunity - driving both profitability and consumer engagement.

Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in Merchandising, Fashion, Business, or related field preferred.

3+ years of merchandising or product management experience in apparel, ideally with mid-tier and / or off-price retail accounts.

Strong knowledge of product construction and garment manufacturing.

Proficiency in PLM systems; advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Excellent analytical, presentation, and communication abilities.

Ability to balance creativity with financial and operational discipline.

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable to changing priorities.