Associate Merchant - Merrell

Merrell exists to share the simple power of being outside with everyone. We believe the "outdoors" is a much broader space than just the mountain summit; it’s any space beyond your front door. Our mission is to help our community rethink the outdoors by building gear that works everywhere, from technical alpine ridges to urban city streets. We don't just follow the trail; we help define where it goes next. We are a team that lives at the intersection of elite performance and modern style. Our history on the trail and commitment to innovation has made us the most awarded brand in the outdoor space. Recently, our MTL SpeedARC Peak won the prestigious ISPO Award for its breakthrough trail-racing tech, while the SpeedARC Surge BOA was named one of TIME’s Best Inventions for its modern, futuristic design and energy return. Whether it’s the Moab 3 being named “Best Hiking Shoe” by CNN Underscored and Popular Mechanics, or the Jungle Moc being recognized by HuffPicks as the gold standard for comfort, we are consistently recognized for building the most reliable, and most innovative, gear in the world. We are seeking a detail-oriented, commercially driven Assistant Regional Marketplace Manager to support the execution of the North America wholesale commercialization strategy. This role provides hands on experience in merchandising and marketplace management, supporting North America wholesale with a specific focus on the Canadian marketplace. The ideal candidate is analytical, curious, highly organized, and eager to grow within the merchandising function. You will collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Product Development, Marketing, and Planning to ensure smooth seasonal execution from assortment strategy through sell-in and sell-through. Primary Duties: Commercial Architecture Support Assist in planning, curating, and delivering consumer right assortments for Canada within North America range guidance Support end to end product lifecycle management, from concept and development to new market introductions, in market performance, and end of life decisions Prepare materials for and participate in seasonal go to market line planning and roadmap discussions, representing brand and wholesale priorities Contribute to long term line architecture, including pricing, margin, and category growth strategy development Capture, organize, and socialize marketplace and consumer insights—including trends, competitive activity, retailer behaviors, and market visits—to inform a relevant, growth aligned product range Maintain and create seasonal assortment tools, segmentation documents, and cross functional operational readiness support (article setup, pagination, product loading, and forecasting consolidation) Customer Sell-In Support Support creation of seasonal merchandising stories and line narratives for go to market, sharing seasonal key priorities while supporting brand storytelling and ensuring alignment with marketing Assist in regionalized content creation, assortment tools, sample management for North America, and product training sessions with cross functional teams Support cross functional operational readiness for sell-in, in partnership with Demand Planning and Sales Ops Support development of channel and tiering strategies for wholesale partners Present seasonal hindsight insights and performance recaps Participate in customer sell-in and pre-line meetings Channel Sell-through Support Evaluate sell-through performance by channel/tier and recommend tailored assortment adjustments Partner with Sales to create standard process for capturing sell-through insights and context that support data driven decisions for future seasons Identify opportunities for SKU optimization and recommend plan of action General & Cross-Functional Responsibilities Prepare presentations, reports, and internal documentation for seasonal reviews and leadership updates Maintain accurate seasonal calendars, timelines, and process documentation Generate recurring reports and insights decks for leadership and cross-functional partners Support meeting logistics, travel coordination, and tool maintenance as required Performs duties consistent with the company’s AAP/EEO goals and policies. Performs other duties as required/assigned by manager. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent work experience 1+ years’ experience in retail with emphasis in the footwear field Strong Excel skills; proficient knowledge of MS Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Adobe Acrobat Strong oral, written and presentation communication skills Excellent analytical skills Must have a collaborative approach Passion for product, consumer trends, and market dynamics Must be able to influence key stakeholders to meet regional objectives Comfortable with a high level of autonomy Working Conditions: Normal office environment. Some travel is required. Wolverine Worldwide has a flexible, hybrid work schedule, with three days in office and two days remote. #LI-ND Wolverine World Wide, Inc. (NYSE:WWW) is one of the world’s leading designers, marketers, and licensors of footwear and apparel; It’s global footprint spans 170 countries and territories. The Company’s portfolio includes Merrell®, Saucony®, Sweaty Betty®, Hush Puppies®, Wolverine®, Chaco®, Bates®, HYTEST®, and Stride Rite®. The Company is also the global footwear licensee of brands Cat® and Harley-Davidson®. Wolverine Worldwide is driven by a Vision to Make. Every Day. Better. for its consumers, partners, communities, and shareholders. In 2025, the Company was recognized by Footwear News as Company of the Year, by Forbes as one of America’s Dream Employers, America’s Best Employers for Women, and America’s Best Employers for Company Culture, and by Inspiring Workplaces as one of the Most Inspiring Workplaces Globally. Wolverine Worldwide is a Certified™ Great Place To Work®. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required. Wolverine Worldwide, Inc. is committed to creating a company that is as diverse as our consumers. We value the differences in one another and believe our differences make us stronger. Our diverse and inclusive corporate culture starts with the recruitment process. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We aim to create equal opportunities for our associates, customers, and suppliers regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.