Johnny Was
Johnny Was, LLC
At Johnny Was, our mission is to inspire free-spirited optimism through beauty, authenticity, comfort and artistic expression. California Dreaming - the ultimate destination for those who love California and the relaxed modern bohemian lifestyle it embodies.
Overview:
Johnny Was is looking for a detail-oriented and product-driven Merchant to support the execution of seasonal and annual merchandising strategies. This role will partner closely with Design, Planning, and Wholesale to develop and maintain compelling assortments that drive results across channels. The ideal candidate is analytical, collaborative, and passionate about product-with a strong ability to translate insights into actionable merchandising decisions.
Position Overview:
Assortment & Line Planning
Support the development of seasonal and annual assortment plans that align with brand strategy and financial goals
Partner with Design to build line plans that reflect customer needs, market trends, and merchandising direction
Contribute to category strategy by identifying opportunities to grow, maintain, or reduce investment across classifications
In-Season Management & Business Analysis
Track and analyze weekly, monthly, and quarterly selling to inform in-season actions and future planning
Participate in seasonal hindsight meetings with Planning and Design to recap performance and guide future assortments
Monitor selling by style, color, and classification to identify opportunities or liabilities and react accordingly
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Wholesale team to understand account needs, SKU requirements, and key line plan considerations
Collaborate across Design, Planning, and Production teams to ensure alignment on seasonal strategy, margin goals, and product flow
Communicate product strategy, performance recaps, and assortment rationale at key calendar checkpoints
Product Execution & Market Awareness
Maintain seasonal line architecture and item-level details in merchandising tools and trackers
Stay informed on competitive landscape, customer insights, and trend direction to help inform line development
Assist in preparing decks and tools for seasonal presentations, line reviews, and hindsight recaps
Pay is based on multiple factors, such as qualifications/skills/experience, geography, and state and local wage laws. In addition, bonus and/or commission and benefits including healthcare, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and product discounts may be offered.
Range for the position is $64,413 - $85,884
All qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Change Act. This position requires customer interaction and access to funds, merchandise, and private information. The Company reserves the right to withdraw contingent offers of employment on the basis of criminal convictions that may have a direct, adverse, and negative bearing on the ability to perform these job duties.
What happens next? If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply! You will receive an email confirming we received your application. We will review your application as soon as possible. You can update your resume or information at any time by accessing your candidate profile.
This Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants based on based on race, color, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religious creed, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, military and veteran status, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, reproductive health decision-making, lawful off-duty use of marijuana, any other characteristic protected by law, or any combination of two or more of the characteristics listed here. If you need an accommodation to complete an online application, please contact the location you are applying to or contact us at 1-888-725-1899.
U.S. EEOC: Know Your Rights
Johnny Was participates in E-Verify. Details in English and Spanish. Right to Work Statement in English and Spanish.
Please click here to review our Applicant Privacy Policy.
At Johnny Was, our mission is to inspire free-spirited optimism through beauty, authenticity, comfort and artistic expression. California Dreaming - the ultimate destination for those who love California and the relaxed modern bohemian lifestyle it embodies.
Overview:
Johnny Was is looking for a detail-oriented and product-driven Merchant to support the execution of seasonal and annual merchandising strategies. This role will partner closely with Design, Planning, and Wholesale to develop and maintain compelling assortments that drive results across channels. The ideal candidate is analytical, collaborative, and passionate about product-with a strong ability to translate insights into actionable merchandising decisions.
Position Overview:
Assortment & Line Planning
Support the development of seasonal and annual assortment plans that align with brand strategy and financial goals
Partner with Design to build line plans that reflect customer needs, market trends, and merchandising direction
Contribute to category strategy by identifying opportunities to grow, maintain, or reduce investment across classifications
In-Season Management & Business Analysis
Track and analyze weekly, monthly, and quarterly selling to inform in-season actions and future planning
Participate in seasonal hindsight meetings with Planning and Design to recap performance and guide future assortments
Monitor selling by style, color, and classification to identify opportunities or liabilities and react accordingly
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Wholesale team to understand account needs, SKU requirements, and key line plan considerations
Collaborate across Design, Planning, and Production teams to ensure alignment on seasonal strategy, margin goals, and product flow
Communicate product strategy, performance recaps, and assortment rationale at key calendar checkpoints
Product Execution & Market Awareness
Maintain seasonal line architecture and item-level details in merchandising tools and trackers
Stay informed on competitive landscape, customer insights, and trend direction to help inform line development
Assist in preparing decks and tools for seasonal presentations, line reviews, and hindsight recaps
Pay is based on multiple factors, such as qualifications/skills/experience, geography, and state and local wage laws. In addition, bonus and/or commission and benefits including healthcare, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and product discounts may be offered.
Range for the position is $64,413 - $85,884
All qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Change Act. This position requires customer interaction and access to funds, merchandise, and private information. The Company reserves the right to withdraw contingent offers of employment on the basis of criminal convictions that may have a direct, adverse, and negative bearing on the ability to perform these job duties.
What happens next? If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply! You will receive an email confirming we received your application. We will review your application as soon as possible. You can update your resume or information at any time by accessing your candidate profile.
This Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants based on based on race, color, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religious creed, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, military and veteran status, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, reproductive health decision-making, lawful off-duty use of marijuana, any other characteristic protected by law, or any combination of two or more of the characteristics listed here. If you need an accommodation to complete an online application, please contact the location you are applying to or contact us at 1-888-725-1899.
U.S. EEOC: Know Your Rights
Johnny Was participates in E-Verify. Details in English and Spanish. Right to Work Statement in English and Spanish.
Please click here to review our Applicant Privacy Policy.