What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Assistant | Converse position at G-III Apparel Group?
Sales Assistant | Converse
G-III Apparel Group New York, New York
Success Profile:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Sales Assistant to join the Converse team at G-III. This role supports the sales team in managing wholesale accounts, processing orders, and ensuring smooth communication between clients and internal departments. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive and passionate about the fashion industry.
Reporting to: Vice President of Sales
Brand/Product Focus: Converse Apparel
Location (On-Site): New York City - Midtown Manhattan - Fashion District
Key Accountabilities:
- Account Assistance: Manages administrative tasks for the department, including updating account lists, updating account profiles, assisting with maintenance of the PO log, maintaining the wholesale event calendar, etc.
- Facilitates communication between clients and the account management team on all in-store event planning, goal setting, and performance tracking.
- Coordinates planning of NY markets.
- Maintains and monitors selling reports for all major accounts.
- Maintains seasonal order confirmations and ensures weekly shipping updates are delivered promptly.
- Checks vendor orders for accuracy and assists in order processing, EDI/order confirmation process, and shipment tracking.
- Sample Management: Manages advertisement samples and showroom samples.
- Tracks sample requests for special events and advertising.
- Maintains showroom.
- Logistics: Collaborates with the Logistics department to ensure consistent communication with clients on order processing and that shipping needs are being met.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Merchandising or equivalent
- 1-2 years of industry experience, preferably in fashion wholesale/sales
- Proficiency in Excel
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize workload
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A passion for the fashion industry and understanding current trends
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team-oriented environment
The pay range for this position is: $26.44 per hour/$55,000 per year (Annualized salary is based on a 40 hour work week) - $31.25 per hour/$65,000 per year (Annualized salary is based on a 40 hour work week).
Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law.
About G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. | www.g-iii.com
G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution and marketing, which enables us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands, including some of the most sought-after names in global fashion, our success is driven by our team’s entrepreneurial spirit and our deep relationships across the industry.
- G-III’s owned brands include DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Donna Karan, Vilebrequin, Sonia Rykiel, G.H. Bass, Bass Outdoor, Andrew Marc, Eliza J., GIII Sports and more. G-III has fashion licenses under the Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Cole Haan, Dockers, Guess?, Kenneth Cole, Levi’s, Vince Camuto, Margaritaville and more. G-III also operates retail stores for the DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris and Donna Karan brands.
Salary : $55,000 - $65,000
