Assistant Merchant

Express•Columbus, OH

8d•Onsite

About The Position

About PHOENIX PHOENIX Retail, LLC is a retail platform operating the Express and Bonobos brands worldwide. About Express Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions. Since its launch in 1980, the brand has embraced a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style. Express ensures you look and feel your best, wherever life takes you. The Company operates over 400 retail and outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, the express.com online store and the Express mobile app. Location Name Columbus Corporate Headquarters

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, retail merchandising, fashion merchandising, or a related field is preferred.
0-3 years of experience in retail merchandising, buying, or related field.
Proficient in Excel and Google; experience with Retail Management Systems (RMS), BeProduct or S5, or similar RMS is a plus.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Acute fashion sense with the ability to interpret market trends and customer preferences.
Strong analytical skills and understanding of retail math to assess sales and performance.
Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
Ability to manage through conflict, problem-solve, and influence decisions effectively

Nice To Haves

Systems and technology-savvy, with a willingness to adapt to new tools and processes.
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain data integrity across multiple tasks.
Demonstrates strong visual taste level and awareness of current trends.
Ability to defend and effectively communicate ideas and recommendations across teams.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing seasonal assortments, including initial product selection, roadmap creation, and style set-up.
Manage operational tasks, including order management, sample organization, meeting preparation, and data accuracy acrossall systems.
Conduct market research and competitive analysis, providing insights that inform product development and pricing strategies.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Production, Planning, Design, eCommerce, Visual, Marketing) to ensure the successful execution of assortment strategies.
Maintain style attribution, adoption, and updates, ensuring accuracy and relevance.
Prepare and present hindsighting selling reports, highlighting opportunities for future season planning.
Support product development by communicating tactical updates to the appropriate teams, including design, production, and sourcing.
Track and manage order delivery and launch timing, reporting exceptions and ensuring deadlines are met.
Partner with the planning team on seasonal financial plans, pricing, and item descriptions.
Compile and distribute product knowledge to internal teams on a monthly or seasonal basis.
Stay updated on trends and customer preferences to inform product selection and assortment decisions