James Espiritu
Senior Director, Men's Merchandising | New York, New York
Professional Overview
James Espiritu is an accomplished Senior Director of Men's Merchandising with over a decade of experience driving success in the fashion and retail industry. He is a strategic and data-driven leader with a proven track record of developing and executing impactful merchandising strategies that drive revenue growth and brand positioning.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Senior Director of Men's Merchandising at rag & bone, James is responsible for overseeing all merchandising activities for the brand's men's product lines. He leads a team of buyers and planners in developing and executing seasonal merchandising plans that align with the company's overall business objectives and consumer demands. Under his leadership, the men's division has consistently exceeded sales targets and gained market share within the premium menswear segment.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, James served as the Director of Merchandising for Men's, Motorcycle and Licensing at Belstaff, where he played a pivotal role in revitalizing the brand's product offerings and expanding its customer base. Earlier in his career, he held positions as an Assistant Buyer/E-Commerce Coordinator at Takashimaya New York and as a Men's Concept Design Intern at Polo Ralph Lauren, where he honed his merchandising and design expertise.
Academic Background
James holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Fashion Merchandising from the Fashion Institute of Technology, where he graduated with Honors.
Areas of Expertise
- Apparel merchandising and product development
- Market trend analysis and consumer insights
- Inventory management and supply chain optimization
- Cross-functional collaboration and team leadership
- Digital transformation and e-commerce integration
Professional Impact
Under James' leadership, the men's division at rag & bone has consistently exceeded sales targets, with a 25% year-over-year revenue growth in the past two fiscal years. He has spearheaded the successful launch of several new menswear collections, leveraging his deep understanding of customer preferences and market dynamics to drive product innovation and brand differentiation.
Conclusion
With his extensive industry experience, strategic mindset, and collaborative leadership style, James Espiritu is poised to continue driving exceptional results and cementing rag & bone's position as a leading player in the premium menswear market.
