Add expected salary to your profile for insightsAs a Merchant (Maternity Cover) for Roxy in the SPAC region, you'll be part of shaping the merchandise strategy, line plan, and architecture for a diverse range of product categories. This role covers maternity leave from beginning January 2025 to the end of January 2026. Your main responsibilities include:Crafting and executing upfront merchandising strategies, covering assortment, sales planning, pricing/margin, and distribution.Developing assortment plans aligned with business-defined IGM targets, considering market trends, innovation, and competition.Identifying growth opportunities and improvements for Roxy, ensuring timely and profitable product launches.Briefing key must-haves into design centers based in the EU as well as creating regional capsules to complement inline offers.Serving as a liaison between global design, supply chain, marketing, sales, and retail teams to ensure smooth, cross-functional collaboration.Managing regional projections, channel assortments, and collaborating with cross-functional teams for effective execution of marketing events and promotions.Leading a talented team to meet all key product and business-based KPIs.WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?We are seeking a strategic thinker and a proven leader who possesses:In-depth market knowledge of trends, competition, and product, enabling you to drive the success of each brand in the portfolio.Strong analytical skills to support regional SMU targets and make data-driven decisions to deliver on key KPIs.Excellent communication skills for presenting regional insights and collaborating with internal and external teams.Experience managing budgets, implementing pricing strategies, and maximizing profitability.Exceptional organisational skills to oversee seasonal purchase orders, adhere to time action calendars, and maintain effective communication channels.THE REWARDAlthough this is a temporary position, it's a unique opportunity to make a significant impact and gain valuable experience working alongside a team of passionate, creative industry leaders. This role can be based in Geelong (VIC) or Burleigh Heads (QLD). Plus, we offer:Generous clothing and product discountsMentorship from industry expertsA balanced work/life environment and a unique cultureFree parkingABOUT USLiberated Brands awakens the spirit of freedom and adventure by connecting boardriders around the world. We are the world's leading action sports and lifestyle company with a portfolio of brands. We're a team of like-minded souls protecting what we love: the smell of the ocean, the sounds of the city you know so well, the perfect slope, the perfect wave, the perfect game. Ultimate freedom. We lead with integrity and passion, we build an inclusive community, we protect our playgrounds, and we play to win. We are ROXY, Amazon Surf, Billabong, Captain Fin, DC Shoes, Element, Kustom, Quiksilver, RVCA, Spyder, Surf Dive n Ski, Volcom, and VonZipper.APPLY TODAY!If you are passionate about our group of brands and the lifestyle we represent, APPLY NOW! This maternity cover role offers you a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact.We thank everyone in advance for their application. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.#J-18808-Ljbffr