Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from CatFace
Job overview
The Senior Merchant at CatFace is a leadership role responsible for driving merchandising strategy and execution, acting as the right hand to the Director of Merchandising and supporting product development and vendor management.
Responsibilities and impact
The Senior Merchant will own key product categories, manage product lifecycle from strategy to rollout, mentor teams, collaborate cross-functionally, lead vendor communications, monitor performance metrics, and ensure alignment with creative and financial goals.
Compensation and benefits
The role offers excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401(k) contributions, flexible time off, office perks like lunch and snacks, pets in the office monthly, onsite fitness center, learning stipend, and relocation assistance for Austin.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have 5+ years in merchandising or product development, experience managing seasonal calendars and product strategies, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to lead in ambiguity; retail or DTC experience preferred.
Career development
This role is critical for succession planning within the merchandising team, offering leadership growth and hands-on strategic and operational experience.
Work environment and culture
CatFace promotes a culture of accountability, clarity, and results, with a collaborative environment supporting creativity and cross-functional teamwork, plus office perks including pets and fitness facilities.
Company information
CatFace is a leading merchandise and digital entertainment company behind the popular YouTube channel Aphmau, with a large online presence and successful merchandise lines sold at major retailers.
Team overview
The Senior Merchant works closely with the Director of Merchandising and cross-functional teams including Art, Production, Marketing, and Web Visuals, mentoring artists and operations staff.
Job location and travel
The position is based in Austin, with relocation assistance provided for candidates moving to the area.
Unique job features
This role uniquely combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution in a fast-growing digital entertainment and merchandise company, including involvement in creative expansion and convention activations.
Company overview
CatFace is a YouTube production and merchandise company based in Austin, Texas, known for its association with the popular YouTube brand Aphmau. The company specializes in creating engaging and entertaining video content, which has garnered a substantial following, with over 20 million subscribers and 350 million monthly views across its family of channels. CatFace generates revenue through video production and the sale of related merchandise. The company has established itself as a significant player in the digital entertainment industry, leveraging its strong subscriber base and content creation capabilities.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your 5+ years of merchandising experience with a focus on product lifecycle management, category ownership, and go-to-market execution, emphasizing leadership roles and strategic decision-making.
Showcase your ability to manage cross-functional teams, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with Art, Production, Marketing, and Web Visuals to drive flawless product launches and creative expansions.
Apply through multiple channels including CatFace’s corporate career site, LinkedIn, and relevant job boards to maximize exposure and increase your chances of landing the Senior Merchant role.
Connect with current CatFace employees in the merchandising or product development divisions on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent CatFace product launches, expressing enthusiasm for the MeeMeows brand, or asking about the company culture and team dynamics.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'product lifecycle,' 'vendor management,' 'go-to-market strategy,' 'cross-functional leadership,' 'seasonal rollouts,' and 'category ownership' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.
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