Assistant Merchandiser, CTB Outlet and Off-price - Calvin Klein

PVH•New York, NY

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Assistant Merchandiser supports Calvin Klein’s Global Merchandising team across assigned categories, channels, and genders, helping bring the product line to life. The role supports line planning, pricing, and product creation to meet or exceed annual financial goals, working closely with cross-functional partners including Design, Supply, Development, and Retail. It also supports seasonal merchandising milestones, global assortment planning, product lifecycle management, and the creation and maintenance of merchandising tools and product information. The position requires translating sales and consumer insights into assortment recommendations, managing calendars and sample processes, and preparing reports and presentations for internal and external partners. The Assistant Merchandiser supports international market needs and contributes to process improvements in a fast-paced environment. The role involves prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer; no domestic or international travel is required. The position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Requirements

1–2 years of experience in Merchandising, Buying, Planning, or Product Development; internship experience is considered.
Bachelor’s degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in merchandising, business, or a related field.
Detail oriented.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and teamwork skills.
High level of analytical skills and conceptual creative ability.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
General understanding of retail math.
Customer-focused mindset and demonstrated interest in how product decisions affect customer experience and performance.
Growth mindset and willingness to learn and continuously improve.
Comfort working with ambiguity and adapting to changing business priorities.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to translate data into actionable insights.

Responsibilities

Partner with the Merchant to support seasonal product vision and build line plans aligned with customer needs, business strategy, and financial targets.
Analyze selling data, market insights, and consumer trends to inform assortment decisions.
Use sales performance, projections, bookings, and sell-through data to support recommendations and data-driven decisions.
Maintain merchandising calendars and help ensure adherence to key deliverables and cross-functional deadlines.
Support sample management, including tracking samples, reviewing prototypes, and documenting feedback for product updates.
Create and maintain market tools, assortment guides, and internal presentations for sales, retail, and cross-functional partners.
Compile and analyze merchandising reports, including projections, booking recaps, sales performance, and post-season recaps, to identify risks, opportunities, and trends.
Conduct brand, consumer, and competitive research to monitor market trends and customer preferences.
Interpret data and trends and connect insights to customer behavior and business performance.
Support process improvement initiatives within the merchandising team.
Collaborate with Design, Product Development, Supply Chain, Raw Materials, Marketing, and Sales to support cohesive execution.
Support merchandising needs across international markets.
Support seasonal milestones, including line reviews, market preparation, hindsight analysis, and cross-functional presentations.
Create and maintain global line matrices, assortment tools, and product databases to ensure accuracy throughout seasonal milestones.
Support product lifecycle management, including seasonal hindsight, line optimization, late adds, product exits, and assortment refinement.
Help build and maintain global assortment architecture by category, franchise, end-use, price point, and consumer need.
Balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and a solution-oriented mindset.

Benefits

Competitive pay and bonus programs.
Medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance.
Above-market 401(k) contribution.
Company-paid holidays and paid time off.
Hybrid working arrangements and flexible work schedules.
Volunteer opportunities and seasonal hours.
Wellbeing tools and programs, including Headspace membership, fitness or digital meditation subscription reimbursement, and rewards for healthy activities.
Care.com services for childcare, elder care, adoption preparation, and pet care, plus reimbursement for backup care.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Associate discount at company outlets and e-commerce sites.
Career growth opportunities.