Merchandising Assistant

Description

• Support Senior Merchandiser on all merchandising functions for key accounts
• Anticipate department needs for milestone meetings each season
• Complete data entry for day-to-day product management
• Partner with Senior Merchandiser and Design to assist in concept ideation
• Conduct research on competitors including pricing, styles, and trends
• Photograph samples for product presentations and create assortment presentation boards with help of Senior Merchandiser
• Manage sample process from start to finish, working with external vendor partners to fulfill all sample requirements by posted deadlines
• Drive carding packaging process by collaborating with internal and external teams on packaging design and development
• Assign carding directives, maintain carding archive, and collaborate with internal and external carding teams on packaging design and development
• Oversee sample photography process and ensure all images are to standards and are uploaded by posted deadlines
• Report to team on quality, photography, and packaging issues based on .com customer reviews
• Create and manage turnover documents for each collection and own item creation in appropriate database systems
• Adhoc reports as necessary

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience as an Assistant Merchandiser/Buyer or prior experience working as a creative coordinator within the fashion industry, preferably with product experience/or mid-tier account experience
• Strong organization and communication skills
• High attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize
• Advanced computer proficiency, including Microsoft Excel, Word, Powerpoint, and Outlook programs as well as Teams
• Clear understanding of financial measurements and their impact on the business
• Demonstrates logical analysis and problem-solving skills
• Excellent relationship-building abilities
• Keen sense of priority for deadlines
• Flexible, ability to manage changing priorities
• Must be a strong team player and have the ability to negotiate with others
• Strong understanding of how brand aesthetic is built and maintained, innovative and ready to pitch concepts to move the brand forward
• Pay range $45,000 - $65,000 

Salary : $45,000 - $65,000