Apparel Manager

Description

Job Summary:

The Apparel Supervisor will oversee and lead the activities of the Apparel Associates and the Apparel Department.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Hire and train apparel associates.
• Coach, mentor, and lead Apparel Associates.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in apparel department in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Apparel buying and maintaining fresh designs and styles each season.
• Managing, tracking, and receiving apparel inventory using necessary software.
• Managing apparel segments at several accounts.
• Communication with our sales team.
• Innovative and creative design of merchandise sections.
• Review and analyze sales data to make projections, determine profitability, identify, and target potential new markets.
• Presentations to clients regarding trends.
• Producing creative assets.
• Identify new market trends.
• Communicate and build relationships with suppliers.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop sales expectations and strategies.  
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.                                         

Required Skills:

• Experience as an apparel buyer/Importer.
• Merchandising knowledge and skilled at training staff on merchandising.
• Direct Store Deliver (DSD) experience is preferred.
• Familiar with sizing, color, and design of garments.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Suite, and Canva.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Business Administration, Fashion, or related field, OR
• Comparable record of experience as a buyer/importer in fashion/apparel.
• At least 5 years of experience in fashion/apparel.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a leadership/management role.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Assist warehouse and apparel staff in non-climate-controlled warehouses with stocking and pulling apparel orders.
• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds at times.

Qualifications

Salary : $55,000 - $60,000