Director, Merchandising, Menswear

Base pay range

$110,000.00 / yr - $135,000.00 / yr

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Why J.McLaughlin?

J.McLaughlin was founded in 1977 by brothers Kevin and Jay McLaughlin with a mission to create an American Sportswear brand that offered two key components : classic clothing with current relevance and a retail environment that has a neighborhood feel. The J.McLaughlin brand has always been more about style than fashion : straightforward, unpretentious, and devoid of the superfluous. Our clothing is rooted in the tradition of sport, work, and play. With over 150 retail locations, each store is entirely unique, attentively designed to reflect the town's color, character, and architecture. This attention to detail extends to exemplary customer service and local philanthropic engagement.

Our “Culture of Kindness” creates an environment with respect, politeness, consideration, and empathy that creates a family like atmosphere and focuses on giving back to the community. The company has an entrepreneurial spirit which fosters great experience and career opportunities, complemented with our great incentive benefits programs.

Overview

J.McLaughlin is a specialty American Sportswear and Accessories brand headquartered in New York. J.McLaughlin has the reputation for being “local and loyal”, building meaningful relationships within the each community and providing customers with highly personalized service. We are a growing company with a focus on our culture of kindness, cultivating an exceptional atmosphere in which to work and shop.

The Director of Merchandising for Menswear is responsible for leading the strategic direction and execution of the merchandising strategy for the menswear category. This role will oversee the product assortment, pricing strategies and inventory management ensure that the collection meets both consumer needs and business objectives. The Director will work closely with cross-functional teams including design, planning, buying, and marketing to drive growth and profitability in the menswear department.

This role will primarily be based in our Greenpoint, Brooklyn office.

About The Role

• Develop and execute the merchandising strategy for the menswear category, aligning with the overall brand vision and business goals.
• Lead the selection, buying, and assortment planning for menswear products, ensuring a strong balance between trend, quality, and profitability.
• Oversee product lifecycle management, from concept through to the final sell-through, including the development of seasonal collections.
• Work closely with the design and product development teams to ensure that the product offering is consistent with market trends and consumer demand.
• Analyze sales performance and make data‑driven decisions to optimize the assortment and pricing strategy for menswear products.
• Collaborate with marketing, web and visual merchandising teams to ensure the product is represented effectively in‑store and online.
• Mentor and lead a team fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Monitor and analyze competitor trends and industry benchmarks to stay ahead of the market and maintain a competitive edge.
• Ensure inventory levels are managed efficiently, working closely with planning and operations to meet demand while minimizing excess inventory.
• Work with senior leadership to set and achieve financial targets, contributing to the overall success of the brand.

Additional Job Responsibilities

What We Are Looking For

Physical Requirements

Equal Opportunity

J.McLaughlin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Marketing and Sales

Industries

Retail

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