Merchant II

Job Title: Merchant II
Location: Beaverton, OR
Duration: 07 months
Hybrid: Mon – Thurs onsite, Fri remote

Job Description:

• On-site role at PHK; typical work hours, 4/1 hybrid schedule
• Coantract will cover FTE leave; end date likely staying in place
• Degree preferred, not a hard requirement
• 2 years’ experience required in a merchandising, product management, or buying role

Top must-have skills include the following:

• Excel expertise (v lookups, pivot tables, etc.)
• Keynote
• Outlook
• Understanding of retail/marketplace dynamics
• Detail-oriented
• Collaborative
• Willingness to learn

Additional Skills

• ETW will assist with sample management, deck creation, supporting other merchants in GTM process, assortment planning, and more
• Will work on NA Merchandising team
• 1 round of interviews anticipated

Who We're Looking For

At Client, everything begins and ends with the consumer. We are looking for a consumerist with a strong affinity for product who thrives at the pace of retail and the ever-evolving marketplace. A successful Merch II in Client Kids contributes to an inclusive, positive, and progressive team dynamic while bringing curiosity, energy, and passion to the work. You are a curious, coachable merchant with a demonstrated understanding of the consumer and marketplace dynamics. You have an entrepreneurial mindset, a willingness to learn through experimentation, and excitement for new concepts and ideas. You’re comfortable with ambiguity, forward-thinking in your approach, and agile in how you operate.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Merchandising, or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training.
• 2 years of experience in Retail, Merchandising, Product Management, Marketplace, Buying or a related field
• Demonstrated understanding of the consumer and marketplace dynamics
• Entrepreneurial mindset with experience contributing to new concepts, projects, or ideas
• Proficiency in analyzing business and consumer trends
• Strong attention to detail with efficient ways of working
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including presenting to cross-functional partners
• Team-first mentality with positive energy and a collaborative approach

What You Will Work On:

You will support strategy and ideation, product assortments, line planning, and the use of data and analytics to drive end-to-end profitability. Success in this role comes from developing strong cross-functional relationships, applying thoughtful research and analysis, and maintaining a genuine curiosity and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

• Support Lead Merchants throughout the seasonal Go-To-Market (GTM) process
• Help communicate seasonal product updates to marketplace and Client Direct partners
• Assist in the creation and sharing of seasonal information, including managing samples
• Support alignment with sport-focused teams to ensure a cohesive product offering in the marketplace
• Contribute to product assortment planning and line reviews through data-driven insights

Who You will work with:

This posting is for Merchant II - Kids Apparel, within the North America Merchandising function. You’ll partner with several cross-functional teams, including geo consumer and marketplace merchandising, brand marketing, demand planning, sales as well as global sport merchandising teams. A key enabler of your success will be your background and experience in retail, along with your ability to collaborate and build strong working relationships.