Merchandising Assistant

The RealReal•San Francisco, CA

5d•$68,136 - $75,000

About The Position

The RealReal is seeking a business-minded, highly analytical Merchandising Assistant for Women’s to support in the execution of strategies to drive omni-channel category performance. The ideal candidate is passionate about our core values of sustainability, authenticity and luxury and can thrive in a fast-paced environment. We’re looking for a self-starter who will take an entrepreneurial approach to category management, brainstorming new and creative ways to drive category KPIs across both supply & demand.

Requirements

3+ years’ experience at a luxury fashion retailer or ecommerce site
Extensive knowledge of contemporary & luxury designers, current fashion trends and the competitive landscape
Team player with a willingness to solve problems as they arise
Demonstrate a point of view about product assortment, with a strong sense of ownership over his/her work
Robust verbal & presentation skills; strong attention to detail
Intermediate Excel & retail math skills, MS Office, Google G Suite

Responsibilities

Retail assortment & allocation
Daily allocations to the fleet of stores for both replenishment and storytelling
Coordination with retail teams on trainings & visual merchandising opportunities
Business Analysis
Weekly & monthly reporting of category performance, with a sharp focus on wins & opportunities within our retail fleet
Develop recommendations and execute to deliver on financial plans
Online Storytelling & Trend Reporting
Support curation of category online shops & Editors' Picks
Curate promotional assortments to drive towards financial plans as needed
Assemble seasonal trend guides to support supply initiatives, pricing actions, and retail allocation