Job Description
eCommerce Merchandise Manager - Apparel (Remote, Contract)
Client: Global Footwear and Apparel Company
Location: Fully Remote (EST hours required)
Duration: 5-month contract
Schedule: 40 hours/week, EST business hours
Pay Range: $50-$60 per hour
Job Description
One of our top clients, a Global Footwear and Apparel company, is looking to bring on additional support to cover parental leaves. They are searching for a remote eCommerce Merchandise Manager to lead the digital merchandising strategy for their Apparel category. This is a 5-month contract role with full-time hours, operating on Eastern Time.
This position plays a key role in shaping the product portfolio and driving growth through strategic assortment planning, consumer insights, and cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in apparel merchandising, deep digital commerce expertise, and a passion for delivering exceptional consumer experiences.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the merchandising strategy for Apparel on the DTC eCommerce platform.
- Analyze consumer behavior and market trends to guide seasonal assortment planning and long-term business strategy.
- Collaborate with Global Merchandising to identify assortment gaps, inventory needs, and marketing opportunities.
- Leverage site analytics and performance metrics to inform short- and long-term decisions.
- Partner with site experience and marketing teams to develop editorial calendars and product launches.
- Lead seasonal hindsight reviews, pre-season planning, and buy strategies aligned with brand direction.
- Manage in-season performance, adjusting forecasts and identifying risks/opportunities in real time.
- Ensure optimal inventory levels and accuracy in partnership with Operations and Planning.
- Influence cross-functional teams and drive alignment on strategic goals.
- Communicate consumer and product insights across departments to support business decisions.
Qualifications:
- 7+ years of professional experience, including 5+ years in apparel merchandising or product management.
- Proven success in eCommerce strategy development and execution.
- Strong understanding of site merchandising and digital consumer behavior.
- Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and managing complex projects.
- Proficiency in merchandising systems (PLM, ERP) and advanced Excel/PowerPoint skills.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
Looking forward to reviewing your application!
In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data.
Benefits
Creative Circle's Freelance Employee benefits package includes eligibility for Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) medical plan, dental/vision/term life package, discount prescription program, critical illness, accident, tele-behavioral health, and 401(k) plan. Sick leave is provided to Candidates whose assignment work location is in a state or city subject to sick leave laws. A Minimum Value (MV) PPO medical plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and paid holiday eligibility are based on length and dates of service.Looking forward to receiving your resume through our website and going over the position with you. Clicking apply is the best way to apply, but you may also:
Email your resume in Word to:
casey.buss@jobalert.creativecircle.com
**Please do NOT change the email subject line in any way. You must keep the JobID: : CB21-1874778 -- in the email subject line for your application to be considered.***
Casey Buss - Recruitment Manager
For Creative Circle to represent you for this opportunity, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa such as a H-1B, TN, or O visa. We do not support or provide training for STEM/OPT programs. Additionally, you must be physically located in and perform the work for our client in the United States.
This job was first posted by Creative Circle on 08/20/2025 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.
Creative Circle is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Creative Circle will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. If you need a reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact your Recruiter (the person you'll be interviewing with) or a member of our Human Resources team to make arrangements. United Healthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Creative Circle.
Copyright 1999 - 2025. CreativeCircle, Inc. All rights reserved.
eCommerce Merchandise Manager - Apparel (Remote, Contract)
Client: Global Footwear and Apparel Company
Location: Fully Remote (EST hours required)
Duration: 5-month contract
Schedule: 40 hours/week, EST business hours
Pay Range: $50-$60 per hour
Job Description
One of our top clients, a Global Footwear and Apparel company, is looking to bring on additional support to cover parental leaves. They are searching for a remote eCommerce Merchandise Manager to lead the digital merchandising strategy for their Apparel category. This is a 5-month contract role with full-time hours, operating on Eastern Time.
This position plays a key role in shaping the product portfolio and driving growth through strategic assortment planning, consumer insights, and cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in apparel merchandising, deep digital commerce expertise, and a passion for delivering exceptional consumer experiences.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the merchandising strategy for Apparel on the DTC eCommerce platform.
- Analyze consumer behavior and market trends to guide seasonal assortment planning and long-term business strategy.
- Collaborate with Global Merchandising to identify assortment gaps, inventory needs, and marketing opportunities.
- Leverage site analytics and performance metrics to inform short- and long-term decisions.
- Partner with site experience and marketing teams to develop editorial calendars and product launches.
- Lead seasonal hindsight reviews, pre-season planning, and buy strategies aligned with brand direction.
- Manage in-season performance, adjusting forecasts and identifying risks/opportunities in real time.
- Ensure optimal inventory levels and accuracy in partnership with Operations and Planning.
- Influence cross-functional teams and drive alignment on strategic goals.
- Communicate consumer and product insights across departments to support business decisions.
Qualifications:
- 7+ years of professional experience, including 5+ years in apparel merchandising or product management.
- Proven success in eCommerce strategy development and execution.
- Strong understanding of site merchandising and digital consumer behavior.
- Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and managing complex projects.
- Proficiency in merchandising systems (PLM, ERP) and advanced Excel/PowerPoint skills.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
Looking forward to reviewing your application!
In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data.
Benefits
Creative Circle's Freelance Employee benefits package includes eligibility for Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) medical plan, dental/vision/term life package, discount prescription program, critical illness, accident, tele-behavioral health, and 401(k) plan. Sick leave is provided to Candidates whose assignment work location is in a state or city subject to sick leave laws. A Minimum Value (MV) PPO medical plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and paid holiday eligibility are based on length and dates of service.Looking forward to receiving your resume through our website and going over the position with you. Clicking apply is the best way to apply, but you may also:
Email your resume in Word to:
casey.buss@jobalert.creativecircle.com
**Please do NOT change the email subject line in any way. You must keep the JobID: : CB21-1874778 -- in the email subject line for your application to be considered.***
Casey Buss - Recruitment Manager
For Creative Circle to represent you for this opportunity, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa such as a H-1B, TN, or O visa. We do not support or provide training for STEM/OPT programs. Additionally, you must be physically located in and perform the work for our client in the United States.
This job was first posted by Creative Circle on 08/20/2025 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.
Creative Circle is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Creative Circle will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. If you need a reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact your Recruiter (the person you'll be interviewing with) or a member of our Human Resources team to make arrangements. United Healthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Creative Circle.
Copyright 1999 - 2025. CreativeCircle, Inc. All rights reserved.
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