Trend Manager - Girls

The role will include: European trend and retail research, including competitive analysis of influential brands and retailers across the UK, France, Spain, Italy and other key European markets. Beyond product trend, this individual will have a strong understanding of the physical retail environment, including floor layouts, product adjacencies, fixturing, visual presentation and storytelling. The goal is not simply to identify trends, but to determine how those ideas can be interpreted for the U.S. consumer in a way that is aspirational, age-appropriate and commercially viable. The ideal candidate is a fashion merchant and trend thinker who is constantly looking at what's next. They may come from a girls', juniors', contemporary, fast-fashion or specialty retail environment and should naturally think across product + trend + merchandising, rather than viewing each area independently. Most importantly, this person needs to understand the difference between inspiration and imitation. They should also have a strong point of view around the physical shopping experience, from what product belongs together and where it should sit on the floor, outfitting, color stories and visual moments can make the assortment feel exciting and new. This role is in office and will work within the Design department. The salary range is approximately $130,000.

Required Qualifications: 7+ years of experience in trend, merchandising, retail concept, fashion design, creative direction or a related discipline, ideally within girls', juniors', kids' or youth-oriented fashion. Strong understanding of the girls' apparel and lifestyle market and the competitive landscape. Meaningful experience pulling and compiling European and international trend research and competitive shopping and putting that into a design product story. Demonstrated ability to take inspiration from European fashion and retail and translate it appropriately for the U.S. consumer and retail environment. Strong fashion instincts combined with commercial judgment. Ability to recognize emerging trends early and determine which have relevance and longevity for the target customer. Excellent visual communication and presentation skills, with the ability to create compelling trend and competitive research presentations. Strong understanding of product merchandising, assortment architecture and seasonal storytelling. Highly collaborative and comfortable partnering with Design, Merchandising, Buying, Marketing and Retail leadership. If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.

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