Senior Line Builder
On-siteMontréal, Quebec, Canada
Job Summary
Define category strategy, seasonal product direction, and assortment architecture by translating consumer insights and trend research into compelling product assortments. Partner with Design, Buying, Planning, Product Development, and Sourcing teams to deliver profitable collections while overseeing approximately 600 SKUs annually. Lead line planning, product selection, pricing strategies, and sourcing decisions, then monitor category performance to make data-driven assortment and business decisions. Ensure successful execution of product calendars, GTM milestones, and cross-functional initiatives while driving product innovation, process improvements, and speed-to-market efficiencies. Build and maintain strong vendor and sourcing partnerships, and lead, coach, and develop a team of Line Builders, Assistant Line Builders, and Designers.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Fashion, Design, Merchandising, or a related field
- 8+ years of experience in product development, merchandising, buying, or line building within the fashion retail industry
- Proven track record of leading product categories and delivering strong commercial results
- Experience managing and developing teams
- Strong understanding of assortment planning, sourcing strategies, pricing, and retail financial metrics
- Experience working with global suppliers and sourcing networks
- Ability to travel internationally
- Strategic and commercial mindset
- Strong leadership and relationship-building skills
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities
- Analytical, results-oriented, and data-driven
- Adaptable, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
Desired Qualifications
- PLM experience is an asset
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