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International Merchandise Manager at Claire's International Merchandise Manager at Claire's in Park Ridge, Illinois Posted in 11 days ago.

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full-time General Summary The Manager, International is responsible for driving the day-to-day operations, performance, and growth of our international business. The Manager will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and international partners to support growth through seasonal merchandising, solving business challenges, and ensure strategic alignment with company objectives. This role requires a highly analytical, results-oriented professional with strong relationship management, project management, and communication skills, as well as experience working in a fast-paced retail or consumer environment. Key Responsibilities Buying & Merchandise Management Own and manage seasonal assortment reviews with partners, tailoring product pitches by market for localized assortment optimization Own and manage end-to-end order management on behalf of international partners, from assortment reviews to order placement to allocations from DC with ERP systems Partner with Compliance teams and vendor network to ensure proper execution of QA documentation to support local market requirements. Partner with Logistics to develop streamlined DC processes and reporting tools that improve inventory flow visibility, forecasting, and operational efficiency. Relationship Management Manage day-to-day relationships with international operators and distributors, ensuring partners are fully supported to drive their businesses effectively Develop and improve processes, tools, and reporting to drive the international business and improve efficiency across partner management, buying, inventory, and reporting Lead cross-functional initiatives on behalf of the International business, aligning internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure timely and successful execution Establish clear business objectives and expectations with partners and proactively address gaps in merchandise, inventory, and operational execution Reporting & Analysis Own weekly reporting for international partners (on order, reorders, in transit) to drive visibility of ongoing operations Prepare seasonal business reviews, reporting, and presentations for senior leadership Support evaluation of new market opportunities, including market research, business case development, and launch planning as required from time to time Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Merchandising, or related field 3-5 years of relevant experience in retail, buying/merchandising, logistics, planning, consumer products, consulting, or international business Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and ERP systems Excellent organizational and project management capabilities Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into action Ability to work effectively across multiple teams and external partners Experience supporting international markets, franchise, or licensing businesses Background in retail, fashion, accessories, or consumer brands