Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today. At New Balance, We Got Now.

JOB MISSION

As a Channel Merchandiser, the consumer is always at the heart of all you do: always prioritizing their insights & behavior, market data, trends, and buying habits to bring ownable and productive products to market. You possess strong strategic and analytical abilities, are driven and motivated by delivering KPIs, have a strong financial acumen, are excellent at prioritization, and collaborating across multiple stakeholders. This position is based in Boston at New Balance headquarters.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES

Assortment Planning and Execution

• Lead the execution of merchandising plans, ensuring sales growth, profitability, and an enhanced consumer experience within the business.
• Ownership of the Go to Market Calendar, regional meetings & channel business opportunities, gaps & risks

Strategic Planning & Long Range Planning

• Creates effective business plans and keeps the organization focused on most important goals and objectives
• Creates and drives 3 year strategic plans and champions strategic initiatives

Head-to-Toe Capsule Execution

• Drive and execute head-to-toe capsules aligned with the size and scale of Channel/Customer strategy.
• Facilitate a consumer experience that aligns with distribution and segment strategic goals.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Global Merch, Marketing, Operations and Planning.
• Effectively manages change and transition including implications to systems, people, process and future success.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS

• 4+ years' experience in a Product Merchandise environment, with 3 years of Footwear/Apparel experience
• Thinks broadly and long term, stays current with relevant global and industry trends. Anticipates future direction.
• Experience with product assortment planning, retail sales performance and forecasting.
• Knowledge of Global Key Account distribution, range architecture, product assortments, concept drivers, and product flow
• Listens well and creates an environment in which data driven information is encouraged, heard and responded to.
• Strong leadership that energizes and engages teams around shared goals and finds common ground and negotiates agreement.

Regular Associate Benefits

Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks - opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs - that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You'll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword - it's part of our culture.

Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount.

Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount.

Flexible Work Schedule

For decades we have fostered a unique culture founded on our values with a particular focus on in-person teamwork and collaboration. Our North American hybrid model encourages rich in-person experiences, showcasing our commitment to teamwork and connection, while maintaining flexibility for associates. New Balance Associates currently work in office three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Our offices are fully open, and amenities are available across our North American office locations. To continue our focus on hybrid work we have introduced "Work from Anywhere" (WFA) for four weeks per calendar year. This model will help us enhance our culture while continuing to maintain elements of flexibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran.