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This position is responsible for actively assisting the Merchant with the strategy, development, and selection of merchandise while supporting the department through the entire product lifecycle. Assistant Merchants will be assigned to a specific category.
Job Responsibility:
Prepare weekly/monthly/quarterly reporting and assist Merchant in analyzing performance
initiate and perform additional ad hoc analytical assignments as requested
Review and compile seasonal commits by style, color, and size partnering with Sourcing and Allocation partners
Monitor and track purchase orders and inventory through receipt reconciliation process
Order, track, and organize samples for every season
ensure all photo samples are accurate and follow proper protocol for incorrect samples
Work cross functionally with other partners and teams to ensure accurate product representation for photo shoots and floor sets
Review shot sheets for catalog, ensure all product is being shot and has appropriate selling space
Maintain knowledge of retail industry trends, shop competition and visit Talbots stores frequently
Assist merchant in generating reports weekly to analyze sales and business trends
Requirements:
1 -2 years merchandising, retail sales, buying or internship experience preferred
Broad-based business acumen with the potential to grow to the Merchant level and beyond
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel skills to include VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and numerical formulation or and have aptitude to learn these technical applications quickly
Innate sense of fashion and ability to analyze and translate trends
Strong communication and organizational skills, ability to multitask and work collaboratively
Excellent attention to detail, understands importance of accuracy and thorough completion of tasks
Ability to hit concurrent deadlines, manage and prioritize own workload
What we offer:
Merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands
Support for individual development plus opportunities for career mobility within our family of brands
A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities