Merchant Coordinator

KnitWell Group • Albany, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Supports the operational execution of the merchandise ordering process for a subset of the brand. Responsible for data integrity and back-office operations throughout the product life cycle including sample requests & management, order generation/maintenance, and product channel execution support.

Requirements

• 0-2 years of experience
• Bachelor’s degree in fashion merchandising, retail management or business-related field preferred.
• Proficient in Word, Excel and Power Point, and Outlook.
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to multi-task and manage priorities to ensure deadlines are met.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge/familiarity of FlexPLM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Orders, tracks and maintains all product samples.
• Provides samples to business partners as needed.
• Prepares samples for PR and Marketing turn-ins throughout the season.
• Supports with sample set up for key milestone meetings.
• Manages data integrity including: reconciling the On Order report, preparing POs, and updating information in the system/with cross-functional partners throughout the process.
• Supports other ad hoc data entry / compiling, report generation, and special projects.
• Partners with Visual and Site Ops to ensure that all styles are represented.
• Partner with Merchandising Operations to ensure data integrity.

Benefits

• Merchandise discount at our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Ann Taylor, LOFT, & Lane Bryant (in store and online)
• Support for your individual development plus career mobility within our family of brands
• A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities
• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K) retirement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Time off – paid time off & holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level