Director of Merchandising, Furniture and Softlines - Remote

Overview

Babylist is looking for a dynamic DMM, Furniture and Softlines to lead the Furniture, Textiles, and Apparel categories within our e-commerce team. This leader will drive a strategic merchandising vision that fuels revenue growth, enhances profitability, elevates the customer experience, and strengthens Babylist’s competitive edge.

In Short

• Lead the Furniture, Textiles, and Apparel categories.
• Drive strategic merchandising vision for revenue growth.
• Collaborate with multiple teams for optimal product selection.
• Identify opportunities for category expansion.
• Manage vendor relationships and negotiations.
• Analyze category performance metrics.
• Develop operational systems for high-SKU management.
• Foster a high-performing merchandising team.
• Ensure exceptional customer experience.
• Travel for trade shows and vendor meetings.

Requirements

• 15+ years of merchandising experience.
• 10+ years in e-commerce and 3+ years in leadership.
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills.
• Proven success in vendor negotiations.
• Deep understanding of consumer trends in Furniture and Apparel.
• Exceptional cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Passionate about Babylist’s mission.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and career advancement opportunities.
• Company paid medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid parental leave policy.
• 401k with company match.
• Support for employee wellbeing.
• Flexible work environment.
• Tools and stipend for home office setup.