L. L. Bean

CorporateMerchant,Men'sApparel

$115–165k ~AI est. Freeport, Maine, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Corporate Merchant, Men's Apparel at L. L. Bean. Skills: Merchandising, Assortment planning, Category management, Sales targets. Deliver sales, margin, and profitability targets. Execute category strategies”

What You'll Achieve.

Deliver sales targets; Deliver margin targets; Deliver profitability targets; Maximize results

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving; Solutions-oriented

Eligibility Requirements

4 days in office required, Relocation to Maine required

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

5+ years relevant experience, BAS required, merchandising and institutional process knowledge, assortment, pricing, and margin strategy development, Highly analytical, expertise in category performance, market trends, competitive analysis, Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, business systems management, Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, deadline management, Ability to prioritize multiple projects, thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments, Self-motivated, work with minimal oversight, exercise sound judgment, Collaborative team player, works effectively with diverse personalities, cross-functional teams, problem-solving skills, remain calm and professional under pressure, Excellent verbal communication skills, Excellent written communication skills, present insights clearly

What You'll Do.

and profitability targets

Execute category strategies

Ensure seamless execution across channels

Manage merchandising systems

Support seasonal readiness

Demonstrate confident presence

Build trusted partnerships

Foster a culture of accountability

Apply business acumen

Make data-informed decisions

Operate effectively in fast-paced environments

Adapt quickly to changing priorities

Drive in-season business performance

inventory productivity

and sell-through trends

Identify opportunities to maximize results

and markdown strategies

Optimize product lifecycle performance

Identify opportunities and risks

Inform business decisions

and manage an assortment

Support brand positioning

Achieve financial targets

Optimize inventory flow

Optimize in-stock levels

Deliver a compelling shopping experience

Develop the Apparel merchandising strategy

Utilize customer insights

Utilize market trends

Utilize competitive analysis

Ensure accurate product setup

Ensure business continuity

Lead communication of assortment strategies

Lead communication of product updates

Lead communication of business priorities

Deliver milestone presentations

Outline merchandising strategies

Outline seasonal assortment direction

Outline key business opportunities

Influence cross-functional partners

Present strategic recommendations

Present business storytelling

Present data-driven insights

Perform additional duties

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Cross-functional partners; Channel Partners; Inventory Management teams; Planning teams; Allocation teams

Communication Scope

Clear communication; Present insights; Business storytelling; Data-driven insights

Full Job Description

At L.L.Bean, we believe the outdoors brings out the best in all of us. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging and creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone feels welcome—both here and Outside. We value individual differences and are dedicated to maintaining an inclusive work environment where everyone can bring the best of their experience and talents and truly thrive. L.L.Bean is seeking a **Corporate Merchant, Men’s Apparel** to join our Merchandising team located in Freeport, Maine. ***Relocation to Maine and 4 days in office required. In this role you will be responsible for delivering sales, margin, and profitability targets through effective merchandising, assortment planning, and category management. You will partner cross-functionally to execute category strategies aligned with business and customer needs. Your work will ensure seamless execution across channels and include management of merchandising systems and seasonal readiness to support accurate and efficient operations. **Responsibilities:** _Leadership and Influence_ * Demonstrates confident presence and builds trusted, collaborative partnerships across cross-functional teams and all levels * Fosters a culture of accountability, inclusion, and shared ownership of outcomes * Applies strong business acumen to make data-informed decisions balancing customer needs, financial goals, and growth * Operates effectively in fast-paced, evolving environments as a flexible, solutions-oriented partner * Adapts quickly to changing priorities while maintaining focus on execution and continuous improvement * Communicates clearly to align partners, share insights, and drive business priorities _Planning & Analytics_ * Drive in-season business performance through analysis of sales, margin, inventory productivity, and sell-through trends, identifying opportunities to maximize results * Develop and execute pricing, promotional, and markdown strategies to optimize product lifecycle performance and prof

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