Director, Merchandising, Intimates & Swim chez Spanx

Overview
SPANX isn’t your average company. We revolutionized an industry by challenging the status quo and putting the customer first. You might know the story: our founder, Sara Blakely, who needed the right thing as a base layer to feel 100% in white pants, so she cut the legs off a pair of tights and Spanx was born. The spark of that origin is the fuel for our future. We grew up in shapewear. But we’ve graduated. For 25 years (yep, we're old enough to rent a car now), we've been experimenting, innovating, and occasionally banging our heads against the drawing board. And we will never stop obsessing about what women who are out there doing their thing deserve. Because we are those women. And we’re honored to create on behalf of us all. 

We make elevated essentials with confidence built in. Essentials for layering underneath or wearing out loud, for “just-between-us” and “where'd you get that?” For everything you've got planned (and don't). Because what you put on can change how you show up. And if its' not working for you, it's got no place in your closet. Or on your body. Creating items that’ll make you feel great is a matter of the heart—and the lab. In every Spanx product is technology we design and build to highlight, complement, and form your look, just the way you like it. SPANX design and technology help make sure what you see in the mirror reflects that feeling of feeling your best (you know the feeling?). We are a high-growth, innovative and ambitious company and we are embarking on an exciting trajectory of both digital and international expansion. 

About the role

The Director of Merchandising for Intimates and Swim at Spanx is a role that will lead the strategic growth of Spanx core product category, covering shapewear, bras, panties, and swimwear. We are looking for a dynamic and strategic leader to drive long-range planning and product expansion in Spanx heritage businesses. This leader will drive product architecture, manage long-term innovation development and seasonal fashion product assortment, and lead the cross-functional team globally for all channels of the Spanx business.

This role is based in our Atlanta headquarters, requires weekly in-office work Tuesday-Thursday, and reports into our VP of Merchandising.

You’ll love it because you will…

• Serve as the cross-functional product category champion for Intimates, acting as the key link between design, product development, production, planning, marketing, and sales — demonstrating a deep, end-to-end understanding of the product lifecycle.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of merchants to drive the business forward.
• Partner cross-functionally on strategic, long-range product initiatives that shape the future of the category.
• Own and articulate the global assortment point of view across all distribution channels.
• Consistently deliver business results in a fast-paced, agile environment.
• Create assortments that tell compelling stories at retail, delighting current customers and attracting new ones seeking wardrobe solutions.
• Collaborate with partners to build an integrated line plan framework, editing and assorting collections that both inspire customers and drive results.
• Analyze the competitive landscape, using data and insights to identify and model growth opportunities.
• Partner with senior leaders to leverage product strategy and mix to elevate the brand, grow revenue, and maximize profitability.
• Support key milestone meetings and presentations, including tool building and meeting preparation.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships, promoting best practices, process alignment, and a collaborative team culture.

We require...

• 10+ years of experience in merchandising, buying, and/or product development, preferably in a relevant category.
• Proven track record of owning functional responsibilities and demonstrating strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Agile and adaptable, able to respond quickly to shifting business needs and priorities.
• Strong business acumen with a deep understanding of financial drivers and organizational dynamics.
• Ability to stay attuned to the current organizational landscape and anticipate future needs.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills to influence and drive alignment across stakeholders.
• Experience partnering with senior leadership to deliver significant business results.
• Skilled at translating strategy into clear, actionable goals that empower teams to execute effectively.
• Ability to deliver insightful financial, competitive, and market analyses that inform strategy and identify opportunities.

Spanx is proud of our continued Progressive People Practices…

• Company Healthcare Plan: $0.00 out of pocket (Employee only benefit)
  Fertility testing and treatment are included in Spanx’s medical plans, even without the diagnosis of infertility. 
• Parental Leave Policy: Primary caregiver receives 16 weeks AND will have the option to work a half-time schedule (20 hours per week) for up to four additional weeks with full-time (40 hours per week) pay.
• Mental Health Days: 10 days
• 401K: Matched up to 4% with immediate vesting.
• PTO & Company Holidays: PLUS two full weeks of companywide closures (one in the Spring; one between Christmas and NYE)
• Flex Friday: Year-round half day Fridays!