Assistant Merchandiser

General Summary:

The Assistant Merchandiser is responsible for providing organizational support to the Merchandising team and partnering with their Merchandiser on the running of the day-to-day business. They leverage organizational & analytical skills, as well an eye for relevant trends, to support the brand and the achievement of financial goals. The Assistant Merchandiser supports our omni channel business, maintaining a 360 degree view of our store and ecommerce channels.

Position Responsibilities:

• Possess knowledge of overall department to be able to provide team members with all requested information.
• Analyze and identify best and slow sellers by generating selling reports; review with team to determine how information should be interpreted and reacted to.
• Demonstrate awareness of competitor landscape, trends, and our target customer by researching and competitor shopping.
• Manage sample process; ensure samples are organized and categorized appropriately.
• Participate in milestone meetings; recap, prioritize action items from meetings and follow up as needed.
• Update and monitor on-order and shipping reports; surface any issues and provide potential solutions to manager and cross-functional team.
• Anticipate department needs for milestone meetings each season.
• Understand the different roles of the cross-functional team and how they relate to the Merchandising role, and foster relationships to efficiently drive collaboration.
• Complete data entry for day-to-day product management.
• Filter information to draw inferences, create solutions, and adjust strategies to maximize the business and drive the merchandising process forward.
• Proactively seek out new opportunities to grow the business and further personal & professional development.

Position Requirements:

• Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to multitask and adjust to shifting priorities in a fast paced environment.
• Must be able to develop relationships at all levels and work in a collaborative environment.
• Ability to think analytically and grasp retail math concepts.
• Understanding of the teen market and Aero customer.
• Commitment to learning and continuous development.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Process-oriented mindset with creative problem solving ability.
• Must be able to learn new system.
• Travel may be required, based on business needs.
• Adhere to regular in-office presence, including to engage in in-person team interaction, meetings and collaboration. Job duties may be performed effectively using the hybrid work program designated by the company.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor as the company retains the right to change duties to this position.
• Must have authorization to work in the United States.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Ability to maintain regular and timely attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for up to 8 hours per day
• Ability to constantly operate a computer, other office equipment and look at a monitor for up to 8 hours per day
• Ability to clearly and accurately communicate and exchange information verbally, in writing, or through other means in person, telephonically, or through virtual communication methods
• Ability to reach at or below shoulder level
• Ability to carry equipment, move boxes/samples, etc.