Merchandising Manager
Company: Emerging Blue Jobs
Location: San Diego
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description We are searching for a
Merchandising Manager for our swimwear client in San Diego to play
a key role in driving the growth and commercial success of the
swimwear and resort lifestyle categories. This role blends
creativity, product strategy, and analytical insight to develop
compelling collections that reinforce brand identity while
supporting channel-specific needs and improving profitability.
Working cross-functionally with Design, Production, Sales
(Wholesale & DTC), and Marketing, the Merchandising Manager leads
line architecture, seasonal product strategy, launch readiness, and
in-market performance analysis. Key Responsibilities Market &
Consumer Insights Conduct ongoing analysis of swimwear and
resortwear trends, pricing, and consumer data. Track performance
and sell-through across wholesale, DTC, and seasonal channels to
drive informed merchandising decisions. Gather customer and retail
feedback to guide product refinement and new development.
Merchandising Strategy & Assortment Planning Lead strategic
merchandising decisions to improve gross margin, increase
sell-through, and reduce excess inventory through effective SKU
planning and lifecycle management. Build seasonal line architecture
that supports strategic channel needs, including key item focus and
core carry-forward. Expand and grow resortwear and resort-adjacent
categories, ensuring cohesive storytelling and brand-aligned
expansion. Strengthen cross-merchandising strategies to enhance
outfitting, multi-category purchasing, and AOV. Maintain alignment
with brand aesthetic and price architecture. Product Development
Partnership Collaborate with Design from concept through sample
review to ensure fit, fabrication, and function support brand and
consumer needs. Own and manage the critical path from concept to
delivery, ensuring alignment and timeliness across internal teams.
Partner with Production to monitor cost targets and improve margin.
Channel & Marketing Collaboration Partner with Marketing on product
storytelling, photoshoots, launch campaigns, digital merchandising,
and seasonal messaging to ensure cohesive brand expression.
Influence content and visual merchandising strategies to elevate
product visibility and support conversion online and in-store.
Collaborate with Wholesale & DTC teams to align assortments to
channel strategies and maximize performance. Key Performance
Indicators Revenue growth and margin improvement by category
Sell-through performance (full price & markdown efficiency)
Reduction in excess inventory and improved SKU productivity Success
of resort-wear expansion and cross-merchandising adoption On-time
execution of seasonal product launches Brand cohesion across
marketing, product, and retail experience Required Skills &
Qualifications 4 years of experience in merchandising, product
strategy, or buying (swimwear, activewear, resort-wear, or apparel
preferred). Proven ability to analyze performance data, develop
assortment strategies, and drive margin improvement. Strong
understanding of fit, construction, and fabrication for swimwear
and lifestyle apparel. Highly collaborative communicator and
cross-functional partner. Excellent organization and time
management skills, with experience managing seasonal calendars.
Experience in omni-channel merchandising (DTC Wholesale). Knowledge
of PLM systems, ecommerce merchandising tools, and POS/retail
analytics. Experience working in a fast-paced creative consumer
brand environment. Compensation The anticipated base salary range
for this position is $100,000 – $140,000 annually. This range
represents the good-faith estimate of the pay the employer
reasonably expects to offer upon hire, based on the role’s
responsibilities, required experience, location, and internal
equity. Incentives & Benefits This position may be eligible for
discretionary, performance-based bonuses and participation in
applicable incentive programs. The role also offers a comprehensive
benefits package, which may include medical, dental, and vision
coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, parental leave, and
other employee benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.
Additional Compensation This position may be eligible for equity
awards, profit sharing, or other forms of non-cash compensation
which are not included in the posted pay range and, where
applicable, will be discussed during the interview or offer
process.
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