Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today. At New Balance, We Got Now.

JOB MISSION:

The Assistant Global Merchandising Manager is responsible for the art and science of retail format merchandising from a global business unit perspective. Partner with the GBU creation teams & marketing leads to build product assortments that achieve the commercial goals & and satisfies the brand ambition within mono branded NB retail environments. Define the global and regional market place capacities informed by data from the business analysts and consumer insights from the research teams. This role is base at New Balance Boston headquarters.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Own the preparation and distribution of global DTC product assortments.
• Help drive a segmentation strategy to differentiate product assortments across retail formats
• Partner with global category merchants to ensure consistent execution across product segments including running, lifestyle, field of play and kids
• Leverage both quantitative and qualitative inputs to refine the global DTC range
• Partner cross functionally with visual merchandising and marketing to ensure consistent execution of assortments across all owned retail footprints
• Run reports to analyze retail performance to optimize shape/share/mix of product in NB retail doors.
• Ensure cohesive head to toe apparel connectivity alongside the global apparel merchants
• Participate in, observe and help to drive quarterly DTC buy reviews with regional merchandising teams

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

• Bachelor's degree required, with 1-2+ years of industry experience preferably in footwear and/or merchandising
• Ability to balance and rationalize objective and subjective points of view and opinions
• Have a strong background of analytics and product / marketplace & consumer knowledge, art & science, posses data and creative skills
• Sophisticated communicator, able to clearly present and negotiate with multiple regions, cultures and areas of expertise at all levels
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills are essential
• Attend where possible select market milestones in order to gain and maintain a strong global perspective. ( budget and time dependent )
• Familiarity with systems including VibeIQ and Mural is helpful
• Travel required

Regular Associate Benefits

Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks - opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs - that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You'll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword - it's part of our culture.

Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount.

Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount.

Flexible Work Schedule

For decades we have fostered a unique culture founded on our values with a particular focus on in-person teamwork and collaboration. Our North American hybrid model encourages rich in-person experiences, showcasing our commitment to teamwork and connection, while maintaining flexibility for associates. New Balance Associates currently work in office three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Our offices are fully open, and amenities are available across our North American office locations. To continue our focus on hybrid work we have introduced "Work from Anywhere" (WFA) for four weeks per calendar year. This model will help us enhance our culture while continuing to maintain elements of flexibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran.