Assistant Merchandiser - Jewelry

Sequin•New York, NY

8d•$45,000 - $60,000

About The Position

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

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

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