Job Description
Sr Merchant, Sleep and Outerwear
Department: Merchandising
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Los Angeles HQ
Reporting To: Joyce Ha
Compensation: $120,000 - $140,000 / year
SKIMS is a solutions-oriented brand creating the next generation of underwear, loungewear, shapewear, and essentials. We are setting new standards by delivering technically innovative, comfort-driven products with elevated design for everybody.
At the intersection of culture, innovation, and commerce, SKIMS is a global brand redefining modern apparel. Our teams are built on creativity, collaboration, and operational excellence, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive, high-performance environment where ambitious, curious, and values-driven individuals can do the best work of their careers.
As we continue to scale globally, our HQ teams play a critical role in shaping strategy, building world-class infrastructure, and driving sustainable growth across markets.
We are seeking a highly strategic and product-driven Senior Merchant to lead our Women’s Sleep & Outerwear categories. This individual will own the end-to-end merchandising strategy—from assortment planning and product lifecycle management to driving category growth and profitability.
This role requires a strong balance of analytical rigor and creative instinct, with the ability to identify white space opportunities, translate customer insights into compelling product strategies, and partner cross-functionally to bring innovative collections to market.
Key Responsibilities
Category Strategy & Assortment Planning
- Develop seasonal line plans and product strategies aligned to revenue, margin, and long-range business goals
- Influence product decisions throughout lifecycle—from concept through launch and post-launch optimization
- Build category assortments tailored to target consumer segments and channel needs
Business Performance & Analytics
- Analyze weekly and monthly sales performance, identifying risks and growth opportunities
- Conduct hindsight analysis to inform future assortment and investment decisions
- Monitor inventory, rate of sale, and stock on order to determine buy depth and reorders
Cross-Functional Partnership
- Partner with Design, Planning, Production, Marketing, and Ecommerce to ensure successful launches
- Present category insights and performance in monthly and quarterly business reviews
- Collaborate with Ecommerce to optimize online merchandising and in-stock performance
Market & Consumer Insights
- Track competitive landscape, pricing strategies, and consumer trends within apparel categories
- Recommend product positioning that strengthens brand authority and category growth
Operational Excellence
- Maintain product data accuracy across systems
- Support and mentor assistant level team members
- Drive process improvements and scalable merchandising practices
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- 7+ years of merchandising experience, preferably within apparel, sleepwear, loungewear, or outerwear
- Strong business acumen with deep understanding of retail math, assortment planning, and inventory management
- Strong product sensibility with an understanding of fit, fabrication, and consumer trends & needs
- Strong presentation and cross-functional communication skills
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
What You’ll Bring
- A customer-first mindset with a passion for creating product that solves real need
- A solutions-oriented approach aligned with the SKIMS brand ethos
- The ability to operate both strategically and in the weed
- A strong sense of ownership, accountability, and urgency
- A collaborative, positive attitude with a desire to build and scale alongside a growing global bran
Benefits, Culture and Perks
Benefits and Culture
- Up to 100% Company Paid Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
- Kind Body Fertility Benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with up to 4% match
- Unlimited PTO
- Full Access to LinkedIn learning
- Employee Discounts
Perks (HQ Location)
- Free weekly catered lunch at HQ – M/T/W/Th
- Dog-Friendly office on a Thursday and Friday
- Free Swag Giveaways
- Annual Holiday Party
- Annual Summer Party
- Invitations to pop-ups and other company events
- Complimentary daily office snacks and beverages
