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Job ID 2026-10455
Refer Talent
WWW Employees
Merrell exists to share the simple power of being outside with everyone. We believe the "outdoors" is a much broader space than just the mountain summit; it’s any space beyond your front door. Our mission is to help our community rethink the outdoors by building gear that works everywhere, from technical alpine ridges to urban city streets. We don't just follow the trail; we help define where it goes next.
We are a team that lives at the intersection of elite performance and modern style. Our history on the trail and commitment to innovation has made us the most awarded brand in the outdoor space. Recently, our MTL SpeedARC Peak won the prestigious ISPO Award for its breakthrough trail-racing tech, while the SpeedARC Surge BOA was named one of TIME’s Best Inventions for its modern, futuristic design and energy return. Whether it’s the Moab 3 being named “Best Hiking Shoe” by CNN Underscored and Popular Mechanics, or the Jungle Moc being recognized by HuffPicks as the gold standard for comfort, we are consistently recognized for building the most reliable, and most innovative, gear in the world.
We are seeking a detail-oriented, commercially driven Assistant Regional Marketplace Manager to support the execution of the North America wholesale commercialization strategy. This role provides hands on experience in merchandising and marketplace management, supporting North America wholesale with a specific focus on the Canadian marketplace. The ideal candidate is analytical, curious, highly organized, and eager to grow within the merchandising function. You will collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Product Development, Marketing, and Planning to ensure smooth seasonal execution from assortment strategy through sell-in and sell-through.
Primary Duties:
Commercial Architecture Support
- Assist in planning, curating, and delivering consumer right assortments for Canada within North America range guidance
- Support end to end product lifecycle management, from concept and development to new market introductions, in market performance, and end of life decisions
- Prepare materials for and participate in seasonal go to market line planning and roadmap discussions, representing brand and wholesale priorities
- Contribute to long term line architecture, including pricing, margin, and category growth strategy development
- Capture, organize, and socialize marketplace and consumer insights—including trends, competitive activity, retailer behaviors, and market visits—to inform a relevant, growth aligned product range
- Maintain and create seasonal assortment tools, segmentation documents, and cross functional operational readiness support (article setup, pagination, product loading, and forecasting consolidation)
Customer Sell-In Support
- Support creation of seasonal merchandising stories and line narratives for go to market, sharing seasonal key priorities while supporting brand storytelling and ensuring alignment with marketing
- Assist in regionalized content creation, assortment tools, sample management for North America, and product training sessions with cross functional teams
- Support cross functional operational readiness for sell-in, in partnership with Demand Planning and Sales Ops
- Support development of channel and tiering strategies for wholesale partners
- Present seasonal hindsight insights and performance recaps
- Participate in customer sell-in and pre-line meetings
Channel Sell-through Support
- Evaluate sell-through performance by channel/tier and recommend tailored assortment adjustments
- Partner with Sales to create standard process for capturing sell-through insights and context that support data driven decisions for future seasons
- Identify opportunities for SKU optimization and recommend plan of action
General & Cross-Functional Responsibilities
- Prepare presentations, reports, and internal documentation for seasonal reviews and leadership updates
- Maintain accurate seasonal calendars, timelines, and process documentation
- Generate recurring reports and insights decks for leadership and cross-functional partners
- Support meeting logistics, travel coordination, and tool maintenance as required
- Performs duties consistent with the company’s AAP/EEO goals and policies.
- Performs other duties as required/assigned by manager.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent work experience
- 1+ years’ experience in retail with emphasis in the footwear field
- Strong Excel skills; proficient knowledge of MS Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Adobe Acrobat
- Strong oral, written and presentation communication skills
- Excellent analytical skills
- Must have a collaborative approach
- Passion for product, consumer trends, and market dynamics
- Must be able to influence key stakeholders to meet regional objectives
- Comfortable with a high level of autonomy
Working Conditions:
Normal office environment. Some travel is required.
Wolverine Worldwide has a flexible, hybrid work schedule, with three days in office and two days remote.
Wolverine World Wide, Inc. (NYSE:WWW) is one of the world’s leading designers, marketers, and licensors of footwear and apparel; Its global footprint spans 170 countries and territories. The Company’s portfolio includes Merrell®, Saucony®, Sweaty Betty®, Hush Puppies®, Wolverine®, Chaco®, Bates®, HYTEST®, and Stride Rite®. The Company is also the global footwear licensee of brands Cat® and Harley-Davidson®.
Wolverine Worldwide is driven by a Vision to Make. Every Day. Better. for its consumers, partners, communities, and shareholders.
In 2025, the Company was recognized by Footwear News as Company of the Year, by Forbes as one of America’s Dream Employers, America’s Best Employers for Women, and America’s Best Employers for Company Culture, and by Inspiring Workplaces as one of the Most Inspiring Workplaces Globally.
Wolverine Worldwide is a Certified™ Great Place To Work®.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required.
Wolverine Worldwide, Inc. is committed to creating a company that is as diverse as our consumers. We value the differences in one another and believe our differences make us stronger. Our diverse and inclusive corporate culture starts with the recruitment process. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We aim to create equal opportunities for our associates, customers, and suppliers regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Assistant Regional Marketplace Manager
Job ID 2026-10455
Refer Talent
WWW Employees
Merrell exists to share the simple power of being outside with everyone. We believe the "outdoors" is a much broader space than just the mountain summit; it’s any space beyond your front door. Our mission is to help our community rethink the outdoors by building gear that works everywhere, from technical alpine ridges to urban city streets. We don't just follow the trail; we help define where it goes next.
We are a team that lives at the intersection of elite performance and modern style. Our history on the trail and commitment to innovation has made us the most awarded brand in the outdoor space. Recently, our MTL SpeedARC Peak won the prestigious ISPO Award for its breakthrough trail-racing tech, while the SpeedARC Surge BOA was named one of TIME’s Best Inventions for its modern, futuristic design and energy return. Whether it’s the Moab 3 being named “Best Hiking Shoe” by CNN Underscored and Popular Mechanics, or the Jungle Moc being recognized by HuffPicks as the gold standard for comfort, we are consistently recognized for building the most reliable, and most innovative, gear in the world.
We are seeking a detail-oriented, commercially driven Assistant Regional Marketplace Manager to support the execution of the North America wholesale commercialization strategy. This role provides hands on experience in merchandising and marketplace management, supporting North America wholesale with a specific focus on the Canadian marketplace. The ideal candidate is analytical, curious, highly organized, and eager to grow within the merchandising function. You will collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Product Development, Marketing, and Planning to ensure smooth seasonal execution from assortment strategy through sell-in and sell-through.
Primary Duties:
Commercial Architecture Support
- Assist in planning, curating, and delivering consumer right assortments for Canada within North America range guidance
- Support end to end product lifecycle management, from concept and development to new market introductions, in market performance, and end of life decisions
- Prepare materials for and participate in seasonal go to market line planning and roadmap discussions, representing brand and wholesale priorities
- Contribute to long term line architecture, including pricing, margin, and category growth strategy development
- Capture, organize, and socialize marketplace and consumer insights—including trends, competitive activity, retailer behaviors, and market visits—to inform a relevant, growth aligned product range
- Maintain and create seasonal assortment tools, segmentation documents, and cross functional operational readiness support (article setup, pagination, product loading, and forecasting consolidation)
Customer Sell-In Support
- Support creation of seasonal merchandising stories and line narratives for go to market, sharing seasonal key priorities while supporting brand storytelling and ensuring alignment with marketing
- Assist in regionalized content creation, assortment tools, sample management for North America, and product training sessions with cross functional teams
- Support cross functional operational readiness for sell-in, in partnership with Demand Planning and Sales Ops
- Support development of channel and tiering strategies for wholesale partners
- Present seasonal hindsight insights and performance recaps
- Participate in customer sell-in and pre-line meetings
Channel Sell-through Support
- Evaluate sell-through performance by channel/tier and recommend tailored assortment adjustments
- Partner with Sales to create standard process for capturing sell-through insights and context that support data driven decisions for future seasons
- Identify opportunities for SKU optimization and recommend plan of action
General & Cross-Functional Responsibilities
- Prepare presentations, reports, and internal documentation for seasonal reviews and leadership updates
- Maintain accurate seasonal calendars, timelines, and process documentation
- Generate recurring reports and insights decks for leadership and cross-functional partners
- Support meeting logistics, travel coordination, and tool maintenance as required
- Performs duties consistent with the company’s AAP/EEO goals and policies.
- Performs other duties as required/assigned by manager.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent work experience
- 1+ years’ experience in retail with emphasis in the footwear field
- Strong Excel skills; proficient knowledge of MS Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Adobe Acrobat
- Strong oral, written and presentation communication skills
- Excellent analytical skills
- Must have a collaborative approach
- Passion for product, consumer trends, and market dynamics
- Must be able to influence key stakeholders to meet regional objectives
- Comfortable with a high level of autonomy
Working Conditions:
Normal office environment. Some travel is required.
Wolverine Worldwide has a flexible, hybrid work schedule, with three days in office and two days remote.
Wolverine World Wide, Inc. (NYSE:WWW) is one of the world’s leading designers, marketers, and licensors of footwear and apparel; Its global footprint spans 170 countries and territories. The Company’s portfolio includes Merrell®, Saucony®, Sweaty Betty®, Hush Puppies®, Wolverine®, Chaco®, Bates®, HYTEST®, and Stride Rite®. The Company is also the global footwear licensee of brands Cat® and Harley-Davidson®.
Wolverine Worldwide is driven by a Vision to Make. Every Day. Better. for its consumers, partners, communities, and shareholders.
In 2025, the Company was recognized by Footwear News as Company of the Year, by Forbes as one of America’s Dream Employers, America’s Best Employers for Women, and America’s Best Employers for Company Culture, and by Inspiring Workplaces as one of the Most Inspiring Workplaces Globally.
Wolverine Worldwide is a Certified™ Great Place To Work®.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required.
Wolverine Worldwide, Inc. is committed to creating a company that is as diverse as our consumers. We value the differences in one another and believe our differences make us stronger. Our diverse and inclusive corporate culture starts with the recruitment process. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We aim to create equal opportunities for our associates, customers, and suppliers regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Marketplace Manager
Target e-commerce and platform companies first
Companies like Amazon, Etsy, and DoorDash hire Marketplace Managers at scale and have established visa sponsorship pipelines. Larger platform businesses are far more likely to have immigration counsel on retainer and HR teams experienced with OPT paperwork.
Lead with your STEM OPT eligibility
If your degree is in data analytics, information systems, or supply chain, your role likely qualifies for the 24-month STEM extension. Framing this upfront reduces employer hesitation by showing them you have a 36-month total authorization window, not just 12.
Quantify your marketplace impact on your resume
Employers sponsoring OPT want measurable proof of value. Cite GMV growth, seller acquisition rates, or conversion lift you drove. Concrete metrics signal that sponsoring you is a business decision, not a bureaucratic one, and accelerate hiring conversations.
Clarify your OPT start date and gap availability
Marketplace Manager roles often have urgent hiring timelines. Know your OPT authorization dates and communicate them clearly. Employers need to confirm you can start before or shortly after your program end date without leaving a gap in work authorization.
Research whether the role qualifies as a specialty occupation
For future H-1B visa sponsorship, Marketplace Manager must meet specialty occupation standards, typically requiring a degree in business, marketing, or a related field. Confirm the job description ties your degree to core duties before investing heavily in the application.
Use Migrate Mate to find OPT-friendly Marketplace Manager roles
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for visa sponsorship willingness, saving you hours of manual research. Browsing roles there lets you focus on employers already open to OPT candidates rather than applying broadly and screening for sponsorship after the fact.
Marketplace Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Marketplace Manager on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Marketplace Manager roles are generally eligible for F-1 OPT work authorization as long as the position is directly related to your field of study. Common qualifying degree fields include business administration, marketing, supply chain management, and information systems. You must have your EAD card in hand before your start date.
Does a Marketplace Manager role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree and how the role is structured. If your undergraduate or graduate degree has a STEM designation and the Marketplace Manager position involves substantial data analysis, systems management, or quantitative operations, it can qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. You and your employer must submit the I-983 Training Plan to your DSO for approval before your initial OPT expires.
How do I find Marketplace Manager jobs where employers are open to OPT sponsorship?
Most general job boards don't filter by visa sponsorship willingness, which means significant time is spent screening out employers after applying. Migrate Mate is built specifically for this, surfacing Marketplace Manager roles from employers open to hiring F-1 OPT candidates. Searching there lets you target your applications more precisely and avoid wasted outreach.
What happens to my OPT if I'm laid off from a Marketplace Manager position?
F-1 OPT students have a 90-day cumulative unemployment limit during the standard OPT period, reduced to 60 days during the STEM extension. If you lose your Marketplace Manager job, you should notify your DSO immediately and begin actively searching for a new role in a related field. Days spent unemployed count against your total allowance even if you are job searching.
Will employers sponsor my H-1B after hiring me as a Marketplace Manager on OPT?
Many employers who hire OPT students in operations and marketplace roles do sponsor H-1B petitions, but it is not guaranteed and varies significantly by company size and policy. Marketplace Manager can qualify as a specialty occupation when the role requires a specific bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field. It is worth asking directly about sponsorship intent during the offer stage, not after you have started.