Senior Merchandising Manager
Knix Wear
Sales & Business Development
Toronto, ON, Canada
Posted on Oct 27, 2025
Knix is an award-winning intimate apparel and activewear brand that is re-inventing intimates for real life. Through our innovative products and our engaged community, we are empowering people everywhere to be unapologetically free. Launched in 2013, we are one of the fastest-growing intimate apparel brands in North America and are globally recognized as an innovator within the apparel space. We reach over 3 million customers through our online stores, Knix retail locations across North America and channels such as wholesale and Amazon. We are revolutionizing the apparel industry with our best-in-class customer experience, innovative products and brands Knix and Kt by Knix. Come join us if you are looking for a purpose-driven and authentic career!
The Sr. Merchandising Manager at Knix is responsible for developing and executing merchandising strategies that align with the company's brand vision and business objectives. This role involves analyzing market trends, understanding customer preferences, and collaborating cross-functionally to curate a compelling product assortment that meets the needs of our diverse customer base.
About You:
You’re passionate about fashion, retail, and the intimate apparel industry, and bring a creative mindset with a sharp eye for trends and consumer preferences. You care deeply about body positivity and inclusivity, and you’re motivated by Knix and KT by Knix’s mission to create products that empower people to live unapologetically free.
You thrive in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments where you can balance creativity with commercial strategy. You’re detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities at once. With an analytical mindset, you translate data into actionable insights that drive results. You’re proactive, positive, and a collaborative partner who excels at aligning cross-functional teams around a shared vision.
Responsibilities
- Merchandising Strategy:
- Develop seasonal merchandising strategies and line plans informed by sales performance, historical data, and market trends.
- Conduct market and competitive research to identify emerging opportunities, whitespace, and shifts in consumer behaviour.
- Optimize product mix by category, size, colour, and price point to maximize sales, margin, and inventory efficiency.
- Partner with commercial teams to ensure cohesive product presentation and a consistent brand experience across all channels.
- Monitor in-season performance to adjust strategies and inform future planning.
- Assortment Planning & Buying:
- Build cohesive assortments that reflect Knix’s brand identity and meet the needs of the target customer.
- Partner cross-functionally to align on seasonal priorities, key stories, and product launch timelines.
- Ensure assortments are commercially balanced across style, function, and innovation to drive growth across core and new categories.
- Support execution of product launches through clear line architecture, pricing, and storytelling alignment.
- Develop and implement strategic buying plans to achieve sales, margin, and inventory turnover targets.
- Pricing & Promotions:
- Establish competitive pricing strategies that drive sales and margin growth while maintaining brand integrity.
- Collaborate with planning, brand, and commercial teams to execute promotional campaigns and markdown strategies.
- Analyze pricing and promotional performance to identify optimization opportunities.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Partner closely with design, planning, sourcing, brand, and commercial teams to align merchandising initiatives with business goals.
- Provide product insights to support marketing campaigns, seasonal launches, and merchandising presentations.
- Team Leadership:
- Lead and develop the Buying team to grow the Knix business profitably and strategically.
- Foster a culture of innovation and collaboration, providing ongoing feedback, coaching, and development opportunities to build bench strength.
- Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in merchandising, buying, or related roles, preferably within apparel or retail.
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in retail math, including sales forecasting, margin analysis, and inventory management.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence and align cross-functional teams.
- Creative thinker with a passion for staying ahead of market trends and understanding consumer behaviour.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with merchandising software or retail planning systems.
- Adaptable and resourceful, with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-moving environment.
How we Hire
Our people are what make Knix, Knix! Our people are passionate and have a strong belief in our mission. Our people are naturally curious and ambitious by nature. Employees feel respected and supported at Knix. We take an inclusive and equitable approach offering the same interview experience to every candidate we meet with. Knix is an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate everyone and their intersecting identities. We know and believe that diverse and inclusive teams empower us to make better decisions and inspire innovation so that we can better serve our customers and community. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations and will work with you to meet your needs. If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out! We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.
