Director, Product Merchandising

Job Description

• This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Director, Product Merchandising in United States. This senior leadership role sits at the intersection of commerce strategy, editorial excellence, and technology-driven innovation. You will define and scale the future of digital product merchandising across high-traffic shopping experiences, shaping how millions of users discover and engage with products. The role combines strategic ownership of product curation, performance optimization, and team leadership in a fast-paced digital media environment. You will drive the evolution of merchandising operations by integrating AI, automation, and data intelligence into core workflows. Working closely with editorial, product, engineering, and data science teams, you will ensure a seamless balance between algorithmic efficiency and human editorial judgment. This is a high-impact opportunity to transform commerce content and influence both user experience and business growth at scale.
• Accountabilities: This role is responsible for leading product merchandising strategy, team transformation, and performance optimization across digital commerce experiences while driving innovation through AI and data-driven workflows. Lead, scale, and mentor a high-performing product merchandising organization, driving operational excellence and organizational transformation Define and execute strategies to automate and streamline merchandising workflows using AI and advanced tooling Collaborate with editorial leadership to preserve high-value human storytelling and ensure strong brand voice and editorial quality Partner with product, engineering, and data science teams to optimize product selection, personalization, and promotional logic Own key business metrics including revenue performance, conversion optimization, and product discovery effectiveness Foster a culture of continuous improvement, coaching, and high-impact decision-making within merchandising teams Drive cross-functional initiatives that enhance commerce experiences and improve internal tools and systems Requirements: The ideal candidate is an experienced digital commerce leader with deep expertise in merchandising, editorial strategy, and data-driven optimization, combined with strong leadership capabilities in fast-evolving environments. 10+ years of experience in e-commerce, digital commerce, or related industries At least 5+ years in senior leadership or director-level roles managing multi-disciplinary teams Strong background combining product merchandising expertise with digital editorial content strategy Proven ability to design and implement AI-driven automation and scalable digital workflows Deep experience using commerce and performance data to inform executive-level decisions Strong cross-functional leadership experience working with product, engineering, and data teams Excellent strategic thinking, communication, and stakeholder management skills Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field (advanced degree preferred) Benefits: Competitive annual salary ($135,000–$150,000 base range) Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage Life and disability insurance benefits 401(k) retirement plan with company match Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options Flexible Time Off (FTO), paid holidays, and Volunteer Time Off Parental leave, family-building support, and caregiving benefits Fitness reimbursement and wellness programs Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Remote-friendly, flexible working environment Professional development, mentorship programs, and career growth opportunities Inclusive culture with Employee Resource Groups and engagement initiatives.
• How Jobgether works: We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Why Apply Through Jobgether? Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time. #LI-CL1
• We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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