Sr Manager, Video Merchandising

Senior Manager, Video Merchandising - NYC, Boston, or Remote in US

Simon Premium Outlets has joined forces with ecommerce powerhouse, Rue Gilt Groupe, to deliver an elite digital outlet experience. Shop Premium Outlets shoppers delight in special offers and curated assortments from the brands they love - always on sale, all in one place.

We’re looking for…

A Sr Manager, Video Merchandising who will be responsible for driving video related initiatives such as live stream shopping, product reviews/tutorials and beyond to create engaging shopping moments while driving new digital innovation. You will develop the live stream video strategy, execute, communicate, and manage all things video. You will be in front of the camera at times, in addition to being responsible for the end-to-end execution. You are a builder, intellectually curious, creative, entrepreneurial, resilient, comfortable with ambiguity, strong in strategic thinking and have a deep experience leading through influence.

What You’ll Do:

• Partner with VP Merchandising on developing the strategy of video initiatives across both digital and store channels
• Execute strategy to deliver on key KPIS set forth, ensuring there is a stable supply of Live-focused content on Shop PO
• Travel within the US and potentially globally to facilitate live streaming from store or other retail locations with Brands and various other partners
• Partner with several cross functional teams: Brand Partnerships, Brand Management, Marketing, Operations, Product and Engineering to ensure video initiative needs are met from marketing strategies, site experience, brand operations etc.
• Partner with key stakeholders to analyze campaign KPI’s and develop strategies based on performance
• Test and learn various video formats i.e. live shopping, tutorials, product reviews, Brand Interviews, Shopper Q&A
• Lead 360 campaign planning and present strategy to key stakeholders
• Manage initiatives budget and ensure projects are occurring within budget guidelines

There’s More…

This is a brand-new position, so you will have a great opportunity to help shape the scope and influence of the role!

Plus, the Merchandising Team interacts daily with many key departments, so you will have consistent exposure to all aspects of the SPO business and will work directly with many of our awesome teams including Merchandising, Marketing, Product and Businesses Development, and you'll have exposure to the Senior Management team as well.

About You

At Rue Gilt Groupe, diversity enriches our passion, collaboration, kindness and innovation. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every Associate is empowered to learn, grow and bring their full self to work. Even if you don't check off every qualification in the job description, that's okay. We encourage you to apply to any role that excites you and sparks delight! We can't wait to learn more about you.

• • 5+ years’ experience of content creator management; a mixed experience in both brand/merchant and creator agency side is highly preferred
  • Self-starter, visionary and one that has brought special initiatives to life in the ecommerce space
  • Well versed in all social platforms and regularly engages in platforms. Experience in live video/streaming production environment is a plus
  • Excellent leadership, facilitation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across functional lines and at many levels
  • Ability to think creatively, strategically, and technically
  • Passion for product and a love of retail

Important COVID-19 Guidance (for candidates applying to roles in our MA, NY and CA offices): Per Rue Gilt Groupe’s policy, all associates who will work at our MA, NY or CA offices must be fully-vaccinated and proof of vaccination will be required.

ABOUT US:

Rue Gilt Groupe is a leading off-price e-commerce portfolio company, connecting the next-generation shopper to world-class brands. We’ve defined the online treasure hunt through our daily sale events allowing a large, loyal member base to discover over 5,000 premium and luxury brands at prices up to 70% off full-price retail.

Rue Gilt Groupe operates three complementary sites – Rue La La, Gilt, and Shop Premium Outlets.

Our vision at RGG is to spark delight through daily discovery – we make shopping an occasion to celebrate. At the forefront of fashion and technology, we’re also in the business of sparking delight for our Associates. We inspire each other, our Members, and ourselves to push past the expected – every day. Our culture is rooted in our values and together we work to demonstrate being Kind, Passionate, Collaborative, Innovative, Tenacious and Empowered.