Torrid · 2 days ago
Merchant
City of Industry, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$100K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years expTorrid is committed to cultivating a welcoming, inclusive, and diverse culture. The Merchant will own and manage a key category of the business, driving brand-aligned strategies to exceed financial objectives and customer expectations while leading cross-functional teams and analyzing market opportunities.
E-CommerceFashionLifestyle
Responsibilities
Develop and execute seasonal product strategies for a product category, ensuring alignment with consumer trends, sales performance, and market demand
Manage the product lifecycle from initial buy to final markdown, analyzing trends, sales data, and customer feedback to optimize assortment and inventory
Create strong partnerships among cross-functional areas including Planning, Design, Product Development, Sourcing, Marketing, Site Merchandising Operations, Allocation, and Visual
Partner with Sourcing and Product Development to manage the flow and timing of deliveries, ensuring all deliverables are met on a timely basis. Set target retails and ensure costs and IMUs align with financial objectives
Determine quantities to order by style, size, and color; validate to KPI objectives, Line Plan, and OTB plan
Prepare regular reports on sales, inventory, and trends, presenting actionable insights to senior leadership and making recommendations for improvements
Continuously monitor KPIs such as sell-through rates, margin performance, and customer feedback, adjusting strategies as necessary
Partner with Marketing to understand (Omni) floor set visual placement of product and impact on sales. Work with Visual team and Merchant leaders on key initiatives requiring marketing and visual placement
Ensure ongoing coordination with Site Merchandising Operations on final assortment and any updates as needed
Partner with Store Ops, if necessary, to create applicable training and communication to improve workflow
Perform research analysis of the plus-size market to identify trends and opportunities, tailoring insights to enhance the core customer’s experience and identify new growth opportunities and business strategies
Qualification
Required
Five (5)+ years of vertical retail buying experience, including fashion categories
Proven experience with data analysis, interpretation, and reporting
Bachelor's degree in Merchandising, Business, or related field preferred or equivalent experience
Strong understanding of fashion trends, customer behavior, and market dynamics
Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret sales data and make informed decisions
Exceptional communication, critical thinking, decision-making, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook (Microsoft Office Suite)
Ability to build strong business partnerships both internally and externally and demonstrate adaptability and flexibility as business strategies change
Strong sense of style and ability to carry out a strategic vision
Strong knowledge of merchandising and line development
Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing with all levels of management
Provide constructive, honest, and direct feedback
Manage multiple projects ranging from tactical to strategic in a fast-paced environment, and the ability to take initiative and be resourceful
Thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing work environment with competing priorities
Strong attention to detail, creativity, and a passion for fashion
Benefits
Competitive compensation, 401k with company matching contribution, plus potential to earn company performance-based bonuses.
Comprehensive wellness package including, medical, dental, vision, and Flexible Spending Account
Generous 50% employee discount and access to employee-only sales.
Support the causes you’re passionate about. We pay you up to 32 hours annually for volunteering your time in the community.
Tuition reimbursement program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Aimed at helping employees address a variety of personal and family issues including legal financial consultations, mental health services and more.
Discounts on cell phones, and computer purchases, entertainment tickets and more.
Pet insurance for your fur babies.
Work and learn alongside industry-leading executives while making huge strides in impacting the lives of women.
You’ll be challenged and grow. Opportunity for upward mobility is available at all levels of the organization.
Company
Torrid
Torrid is inspired by and designed specifically to fit the young, stylish woman who wears sizes 12 to 28.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$67M2025-06-24Post Ipo Secondary· $35M
2024-09-12Post Ipo Secondary· $32M
2021-06-30IPO
Leadership Team
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Paula Dempsey
Chief Financial Officer
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