TN Visa Director Of Merchandising Jobs
Director of Merchandising roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Management Consultant or related professional categories, but classification depends on how the employer structures the role. Canadian citizens can enter at the port of entry with an approved offer; Mexican citizens need consular processing. Retail and e-commerce employers with cross-border operations are your strongest targets.
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Get Access To All JobsWHY JOIN ALO? Mindful movement. It’s at the core of why we do what we do at ALO—it’s our calling. Because mindful movement in the studio leads to better living. It changes who yogis are off the mat, making their lives and their communities better. That’s the real meaning of studio-to-street: taking the consciousness from practice on the mat and putting it into practice in life.
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The Director of Merchandising-Non Apparel is responsible for leading the Design led merchandising strategy, assortment planning, product lifecycle management, price structures, and in-store/online presentation to drive revenue growth and maximize profitability. The Director of Merchandising-Non-Apparel will mentor and guide a high functioning team while partners closely with Design, Buying, Planning, Marketing, Supply Chain, Digital and Retail teams to ensure a compelling, consumer-centric product offering that aligns with the ALO brand identity.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the merchandising line plan, seasonal strategies, and product assortments that support business goals.
- Lead assortment planning, pricing strategy, and product selection to maximize sales and margin.
- Analyze sales, customer insights, and market data to inform product decisions and future opportunities.
- Drive go-to-market strategies including line reviews, product presentations, and seasonal launch planning.
- Oversee product lifecycle management.
- Collaborate with Buying during weekly business reviews
- Monitor competitive landscape and industry trends to identify growth opportunities.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing merchandising team.
- Partner with Marketing to ensure product storytelling and presentation align with merchandising strategies.
- Ensure visual merchandising standards and digital merchandising strategies maximize customer engagement and conversion.
- Quarterly presentations to leadership, as well as quarterly all hands product presentations
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, Marketing, or related field
- 12+ years of progressive merchandising experience, including leadership roles.
- Strong presentation skills
- Strong business acumen with proven track record of driving revenue and profitability.
- Expertise in assortment planning, product strategy, and consumer insights.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and trends into actionable strategies.
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Experience in retail, fashion, consumer goods, or e-commerce strongly preferred.
- Strategic and entrepreneurial mindset.
- Strong sense of product, brand, and customer.
- Data-driven decision making with creative problem-solving skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
The base salary range for this position is $170,000-$190,000 per year which represents the current range for the base salary for this exempt position. Please note that actual salaries will vary based on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. As such, on occasion and when applicable, there is the possibility that the final, agreed-upon base salary may be outside of the upper end of the range. Please also note the range listed is just one component of the company’s total rewards package for exempt employees. Other rewards may include performance bonuses, long term incentives, a PTO policy, and many other progressive benefits.
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WHY JOIN ALO? Mindful movement. It’s at the core of why we do what we do at ALO—it’s our calling. Because mindful movement in the studio leads to better living. It changes who yogis are off the mat, making their lives and their communities better. That’s the real meaning of studio-to-street: taking the consciousness from practice on the mat and putting it into practice in life.
Overview
The Director of Merchandising-Non Apparel is responsible for leading the Design led merchandising strategy, assortment planning, product lifecycle management, price structures, and in-store/online presentation to drive revenue growth and maximize profitability. The Director of Merchandising-Non-Apparel will mentor and guide a high functioning team while partners closely with Design, Buying, Planning, Marketing, Supply Chain, Digital and Retail teams to ensure a compelling, consumer-centric product offering that aligns with the ALO brand identity.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the merchandising line plan, seasonal strategies, and product assortments that support business goals.
- Lead assortment planning, pricing strategy, and product selection to maximize sales and margin.
- Analyze sales, customer insights, and market data to inform product decisions and future opportunities.
- Drive go-to-market strategies including line reviews, product presentations, and seasonal launch planning.
- Oversee product lifecycle management.
- Collaborate with Buying during weekly business reviews
- Monitor competitive landscape and industry trends to identify growth opportunities.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing merchandising team.
- Partner with Marketing to ensure product storytelling and presentation align with merchandising strategies.
- Ensure visual merchandising standards and digital merchandising strategies maximize customer engagement and conversion.
- Quarterly presentations to leadership, as well as quarterly all hands product presentations
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, Marketing, or related field
- 12+ years of progressive merchandising experience, including leadership roles.
- Strong presentation skills
- Strong business acumen with proven track record of driving revenue and profitability.
- Expertise in assortment planning, product strategy, and consumer insights.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and trends into actionable strategies.
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Experience in retail, fashion, consumer goods, or e-commerce strongly preferred.
- Strategic and entrepreneurial mindset.
- Strong sense of product, brand, and customer.
- Data-driven decision making with creative problem-solving skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
The base salary range for this position is $170,000-$190,000 per year which represents the current range for the base salary for this exempt position. Please note that actual salaries will vary based on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. As such, on occasion and when applicable, there is the possibility that the final, agreed-upon base salary may be outside of the upper end of the range. Please also note the range listed is just one component of the company’s total rewards package for exempt employees. Other rewards may include performance bonuses, long term incentives, a PTO policy, and many other progressive benefits.
For CA residents, Job Applicant Privacy Policy HERE.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Director Of Merchandising
Frame your credentials around specialty occupation language
TN approval hinges on the role requiring a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Make sure your resume and offer letter both reference your degree in merchandising, business, or a related discipline, not just years of experience.
Target retailers with established cross-border supply chains
Employers who already source inventory from Canada or Mexico understand TN logistics and are far less likely to treat sponsorship as a barrier. Look for companies with Canadian or Mexican parent entities or distribution centers.
Request TN-specific language in your offer letter
The offer letter is your primary TN document. It must name your nationality, the TN category, your specific duties, and your degree field. Generic HR offer templates rarely include this, so request a revised version before your port-of-entry or consular appointment.
Use Migrate Mate to surface verified TN-sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to find Director of Merchandising openings at employers experienced with visa sponsorship. Filtering by employers with recent visa filings helps you focus on companies more likely to support your work authorization, saving weeks of outreach to those that may decline.
Clarify your TN category before the employer files anything
Directors of Merchandising can fall under Management Consultant, Economist, or other TN categories depending on duties. Misclassification at the port of entry or consulate is a common denial reason, so align on the correct category during negotiations.
Prepare for Mexican nationals to use consular processing in advance
Unlike Canadians, Mexican TN applicants cannot self-adjudicate at the border. Schedule your consulate appointment at a U.S. Embassy in Mexico as soon as your offer letter is finalized, since appointment availability can extend several weeks out.
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Find Director Of Merchandising JobsDirector Of Merchandising TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Director of Merchandising role qualify for TN visa status?
It can, but the classification is role-dependent. Directors of Merchandising whose duties emphasize business analysis, category strategy, or vendor negotiations may qualify under the Management Consultant or Economist TN category. The offer letter must clearly describe duties that require a bachelor's degree in a specific professional field, not just supervisory or operational responsibilities.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Director of Merchandising positions?
The TN visa has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and can be obtained at the port of entry within a single day. H-1B requires a lottery entry in March, a months-long USCIS review, and a start date no earlier than October 1. For Canadian merchandising professionals with a qualifying offer, TN is significantly faster and more predictable than H-1B.
Where can I find Director of Merchandising jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for TN visa job seekers and lets you search Director of Merchandising openings filtered by sponsorship history. This removes the guesswork of cold-applying to employers who have never sponsored a TN worker and may not understand the process.
Can a Director of Merchandising on TN status change employers mid-year?
Yes. TN status is employer-specific, so you need a new TN approval before starting with a new employer. Canadian citizens can get a new TN at the port of entry with an updated offer letter. Mexican citizens need to return to a U.S. consulate. There is no grace period built into TN status for unemployment between employers.
Do retail employers typically understand TN visa sponsorship requirements?
Larger national retailers and e-commerce companies with international supply chains tend to be more familiar with TN requirements than regional or specialty retailers. If an employer has no prior TN or H-1B sponsorship history, expect to explain the process yourself. Targeting companies with documented sponsorship activity shortens the negotiation and reduces the risk of a withdrawn offer.
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