Associate Merchandiser

Auto req ID: 45889 
Title: Associate Merchandiser 
Job Function: Apparel 
Location: PDC
Workplace Category:Onsite 
Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company 
Full or Part-Time: Full Time 
Shift: SHIFT1 

At Harley-Davidson, we are building more than machines. It’s our passion and commitment to continue the evolution of this storied brand, and heighten the desirability of the Harley-Davidson experience. To keep building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution, and emotion we need the best and brightest talent. We stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Are you ready to join us?

The Harley-Davidson Motor Company Product Development Center (PDC) located in Wauwatosa, WI is home to the mantra – You dream it. We build it. Join our team as a  Associate Merchandiser.

Job Summary
Harley-Davidson is seeking an Associate Merchandiser for Apparel & Licensing to drive product merchandising and brand growth in our business. This individual will assist the merchandising team to build strong assortments that will achieve financial objectives

Job Responsibilities

Product & Line Management

• Support the seasonal line creation process, ensuring alignment with brand strategy and consumer insights.
• Maintain line plans, style master data, and seasonal product documentation.
• Assist in preparing seasonal assortment tools, including line sheets, SKU counts, and product briefs.
• Manage sample tracking, organization, and preparation for internal reviews and milestone meetings.

Consumer & Market Insights

• Conduct competitive market research to track trends, pricing, silhouettes, and key materials.
• Analyze consumer insights and marketplace data to help inform key product decisions.
• Monitor sales performance to identify opportunities, trends, and risks.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with key cross-functional partners on a day-to-day basis

Financial & Business Support

• Update merchandising tools, calendars, and reports to inform decision-making.
• Support preparation for milestone meetings, Go-to-Market reviews, and executive presentations.

Operational Excellence

• Ensure on-time delivery of all merchandising deliverables and adherence to the product creation calendar.
• Help maintain the organization of the product room, seasonal boards, samples, and visual materials.

Education Requirments

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
• Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, Business, Fashion, or related field preferred

Experience Requirements 

• 1–3 years of experience in merchandising, product development, or planning (preferably apparel).
• Strong analytical abilities with proficiency in Excel and merchandising systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and cross-functional partnership skills.
• Passion for apparel, consumer trends, and marketplace behavior.
• Self-motivated, with attention to detail and deadlines.
• PowerPoint, FlexPLM experience required.

Harley-Davidson is an equal opportunity employer that continues to build a culture of inclusion, belonging and equity through our commitment to attracting and retaining diverse talent from all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe in fairness and providing a level playing field for all. We foster a culture that thrives on diverse perspectives and contributions to ignite the creativity and innovation to fuel our business and enhance the employee and customer experience.

The pay range shown represents the national average pay range for this role. Your pay may be more or less than the stated range and is dependent on your geographic location and level of experience.

We offer an inclusive compensation package for all full-time salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, health insurance benefits, a 401k program, onsite fitness centers and employee stores, employee discounts on products and accessories, and more. Learn more about Harley-Davidson here. 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Direct Reports: No  
Travel Required: 0 - 10%  
Pay Range: $50,400 - $75,700 
Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer  
Relocation: This position is not eligible for relocation assistance