With over 59 stores and the largest avocational cooking program in the US, Sur La Table offers an unsurpassed selection of exclusive and premium-quality goods for the kitchen and table – and the culinary expertise and inspiration to go along with it. Whether the job entails interacting with our customers, driving digital growth, or providing vital behind-the-scenes support, we’re all here for the same reason – to roll up our sleeves and create happiness through cooking and sharing good food.   The Director, Divisional Merchandising Manager & Product Development, contributes to the success of Sur La Table as a visionary with responsibility for developing and implementing merchandising strategies for the Entertaining Division across all channels which will maximize business performance and profitability.  They are also responsible for leading the Product Development team that supports all categories.  The position is based in Seattle, follows our hybrid work schedule, and reports to the SVP of Merchandising.  What you get to do every day:  Leadership Drive merchandising and product development strategies aligned with company goals and customer preferences.  Lead, mentor, and develop a team of merchants to enhance performance while fostering creativity, accountability and professional growth.  Collaborate with marketing, creative, store operations, ecommerce, finance, planning and merchandising to accomplish sales, margin, inventory and service objectives  Contribute to strategic planning and manage key elements of the merchandising and product development P&L.  Oversee special projects and initiatives as needed  Merchandising Develop and execute divisional merchandise strategies across all channels, including product assortment, private label development, and promotional plans, to deliver on sales, margin & inventory budgets  Ensure alignment of merchandising efforts across channels (stores, e-commerce, and culinary programs) and improve the product mix to ensure profitability and alignment with customer demands.  Leverage data insights to refine promotional, pricing, and inventory strategies  Source and maintain relationships with high-quality, cost-effective vendors.  Negotiate contracts, pricing and terms to maximize profitability and supply chain efficiency.  Product Development Lead the product development team and drive the entire product lifecycle, from concept development to launch, ensuring alignment with brand positioning and customer needs.  Collaborate with design resources, sourcing partners and merchants to create innovative and high-quality products  Conduct regular market research to identify emerging trends, gaps in the market, collaborators and opportunities for new product introductions  Develop and maintain a robust product roadmap that prioritizes customer satisfaction and revenue growth  Ensure brand relevancy through passion for fashion, design, and trend analysis.     What you bring to the role: 8+ years of proven senior merchandising experience in a multi-location, multi-channel retail environment.  Track record of driving revenue growth and positioning organizations for success  Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and financial acumen.  Proven leadership and team development skills  Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment  Exceptional communication and negotiation abilities  Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office programs with a focus on Excel & PowerPoint  Experience with creating budgets, monitoring costs, and using internal and external resources effectively and in a fiscally responsible manner.  Ability to travel frequently both domestically and internationally  What’s in it for you? PTO  Medical/Dental/Vision and a variety of supplemental policies available  Company 401K match Company Health Spending Account (HSA) match Company provides group life insurance at no cost  COBRA reimbursement for salaried employees until health insurance eligible  Paid Holidays  Birthday off with pay! Pet Insurance Generous employee discounts 
What our interview process looks like: Depending on the position, our application and interview process may vary, but here are some of the ways we get to know you better: