Senior Collection Merchandiser

About TOTEME

TOTEME is a fashion house rooted in Swedish sensibilities, modern aspirations and the notion of style. With an appreciation for women’s many roles and how pieces are worn in practice, we create emblematic designs with an emphasis on materiality and shape. Representing a direct and decisive way of dressing, the collections are contextualized in curated edits, visuals and spaces.

TOTEME was founded in 2014 by Elin Kling and Karl Lindman. From the atelier in Stockholm, we create collections spanning ready-to-wear, shoes, bags, accessories and jewelry.

The Role

TOTEME is looking for a Senior Collection Merchandiser to join our team in Stockholm on a full-time basis. In this role, you will play a central part in shaping and delivering a strong and cohesive seasonal assortment.

Working closely with regional buyers and cross-functional teams, you will connect strategy, product vision and performance insights to ensure each collection meets both brand and business objectives. You will drive the structure, balance and lifecycle of the assortment, from early planning through to in-season actions.

You will ensure the right product reaches the right market at the right time, while maintaining a consistent and elevated brand expression. The role reports to the Merchandising Director and works closely with the merchandising team.

Responsibilities

• Own and develop the seasonal collection plan across categories, ensuring a balanced assortment aligned with overall strategy.

• Define and maintain product role architecture, guiding buying decisions and investment levels.

• Establish and manage the product allocation framework across markets, channels and seasons.

• Drive cross-functional collaboration across Design, Buying, Planning, Production and Marketing throughout the collection process.

• Monitor and analyze product performance, translating insights into actionable recommendations.

• Lead pricing strategy and architecture, including competitive benchmarking and local market adaptations.

• Plan and align seasonal drop structures, including key launches, capsules and go-to-market timing.

• Oversee product lifecycle management, including carry-overs, markdowns and end-of-season learnings.

• Participate in and contribute to TOTEME’s social and environmental sustainability strategy.

Your Profile

• Minimum 5 years in fashion merchandising, with a track record of owning collection architecture and assortment planning across multiple categories, ideally within a premium or luxury brand.

• Solid experience working with sell-through, stock levels, option counts and budgets, using data to inform concrete product decisions.

• Background in building and managing balanced assortments, combining core wardrobe pieces, commercial drivers and more directional, seasonal styles.

• Experience working cross-functionally with Design, Buying and Planning in a structured, process-driven environment.

• Exposure to global markets (APAC, EMEA, Americas), including adapting assortments to regional needs, is a plus.

• Experience contributing to the development or evolution of a merchandising function is considered an advantage.

About You

• Structured and confident decision maker in evolving environments, while proactively contributing to stronger processes and ways of working.

• A strong sense for what drives product performance.

• Ability to think holistically about a collection, and an eye for brand consistency.

• Collaborative and credible, with ability to build strong relationships and alignment across teams.

This is a full-time position based at TOTEME's head office in Stockholm with start upon agreement.

TOTEME has teams in Stockholm, London, New York, and Shanghai, as well as retail spaces across Europe, North America, and Asia. As a member of our dynamic, creative, and highly collaborative team, you will take part in exciting projects and milestones, evolving within your role as you contribute to the company’s growth.

TOTEME stands for inclusivity and a sense of belonging in the workplace. We welcome all applicants and recruit on the basis of skills and experience.

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