Senior Merchandising Data Analyst – Footwear & Lifestyle Apparel

We are seeking a highly analytical and trend-savvy Senior Merchandising Data Analyst to support our North America Footwear Merchandising team during a leave coverage period. This role sits at the intersection of data, product storytelling, and consumer trend forecasting, helping shape future product opportunities within the footwear and lifestyle apparel space. The ideal candidate combines strong quantitative merchandising analysis with a deep understanding of fashion, sneaker culture, and evolving consumer preferences. You’ll work closely with Product Innovation, Brand Merchandising NSW, and Mens Footwear Merchandising teams to identify trends, evaluate performance, and support future assortment planning. Key Responsibilities • Analyze merchandising and sales performance data to identify product trends, opportunities, and risks • Translate qualitative and quantitative insights into actionable merchandising recommendations • Forecast future product opportunities and estimate market demand and quantity needs • Monitor fashion weeks, sneaker blogs, cultural movements, and consumer behaviors to identify emerging trends • Partner cross-functionally with merchandising, product innovation, and brand teams • Support assortment planning and seasonal product strategies • Deliver timely reports, dashboards, and presentations to stakeholders • Maintain strong accountability to project timelines and business deadlines Required Qualifications • 5+ years of experience in Merchandising Data Analysis or related merchandising functions • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret both qualitative and quantitative data • Experience identifying product opportunities and forecasting future product demand • Strong understanding of merchandising strategy, trend analysis, and consumer insights • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Preferred Qualifications • Experience within footwear and lifestyle apparel industries • Strong awareness of sneaker culture and fashion trends • Ability to balance creative merchandising instincts with data-driven decision-making • Previous experience within a global consumer brand environment • Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced, collaborative teams What We’re Looking For • A strong cultural fit with a collaborative and accountable mindset • Passion for product, style, and consumer behavior • High taste level and strong pulse on fashion and lifestyle trends About Brickred Systems: Brickred Systems is a global leader in next-generation technology, consulting, and business process service companies. We enable clients to navigate their digital transformation. Brickred Systems delivers a range of consulting services to our clients across multiple industries around the world. Our practices employ highly skilled and experienced individuals with a client-centric passion for innovation and delivery excellence. With ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 certification and over a decade of experience in managing the systems and workings of global enterprises, we harness the power of cognitive computing hyper-automation, robotics, cloud, analytics, and emerging technologies to help our clients adapt to the digital world and make them successful. Our always-on learning agenda drives their continuous improvement through building and transferring digital skills, expertise, and ideas from our innovation ecosystem.