Posted 30+ days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from xo, Fetti

• Job overview

  The Director of Merchandising at xo, Fetti leads the merchandising function for both xo, Fetti and Petit Fetti brands, shaping product strategy and driving profitability.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The role involves creating SKU roadmaps, driving assortment strategy, overseeing product development, managing cross-functional teams, conducting sales and market analysis, and leading merchandising tools and team development.

• Compensation and benefits

  The position offers a salary range of $135,000-175,000 per year with benefits including health/dental insurance, disability insurance, 25 days vacation, and a 401k plan.

• Experience and skills

  Candidates need 8+ years in merchandising with strong analytical skills, ecommerce and Amazon merchandising knowledge, excellent communication, and preferably experience in consumer goods or high-growth retail environments.

• Work environment and culture

  The company values a customer-first mindset, creativity, and a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with cross-functional collaboration.

• Company information

  xo, Fetti is a party supply company with over 550 products, 2 brands, 15 employees, and 3 million customers, focused on well-designed, affordable party products celebrating femininity.

• Team overview

  The Director will manage the Product Development and Design teams, including senior managers in creative design, product development, and merchandising.

• Job location and travel

  This is a remote position.

• Unique job features

  The role uniquely covers two brands, involves hands-on leadership with data-driven decision-making, and offers strategic influence over product innovation and cross-channel merchandising.

Company overview

xo, Fetti is a party supply company headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, specializing in bachelorette and birthday party decorations. Founded by Kait Huder in 2017, the company focuses on providing well-designed, quality products at affordable prices. Their product range includes themed bundles and temporary tattoos, catering to celebrations with a fun and feminine touch. The management team includes key figures such as Emily Kaufman, Merchandise Director, and Isabelle Conrad, Creative Design Manager. xo, Fetti generates revenue through direct sales on their website and partnerships with various retail platforms.

How to land this job

• Tailor your resume to emphasize your extensive experience in merchandising leadership, product strategy, and cross-functional team management, aligning with xo, Fetti's need for a strategic and hands-on Director of Merchandising.

• Highlight your skills in SKU-level profitability analysis, assortment planning, and ecommerce expertise, especially your familiarity with Amazon merchandising strategies and data-driven decision-making.

• Apply through multiple channels including xo, Fetti's corporate website, LinkedIn, and relevant job boards to maximize your application visibility and chances of being noticed.

• Connect with current employees in the merchandising, product development, and design teams at xo, Fetti on LinkedIn. Use ice breakers like commenting on recent product launches, asking about their experience working in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment, or expressing enthusiasm for xo, Fetti's unique brand mission to celebrate femininity.

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