Seasonal Retail Merchandising Associate - GIII Brands Dresses, Cross County - Full Time
About The Position
The Merchandising Associate, also known as a Vendor Paid Merchandiser, drives sales and executes strategic merchandising initiatives within the store. The role involves suggesting vendor products, maintaining high merchandising standards, creating a memorable customer shopping experience, and providing feedback on what is working, what is not, and how to address slow-selling areas. Associates work in a fast-paced environment, handle multiple tasks, and may work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Full-time colleagues are typically scheduled for 30 or more hours per week; hours depend on business needs and colleague availability.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of 1 year of previous retail experience.
- Good understanding of customer needs and ability to communicate product knowledge, trends, and style inspiration.
- Comfort communicating virtually, by phone, and in person.
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities, work with urgency, and stay organized.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with colleagues at all levels and across departments.
- Ability to partner with the team to drive sales and deliver the customer experience.
- Flexible availability for days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, with regular, dependable attendance and punctuality.
- Ability to understand and communicate effectively with customers, coworkers, and supervisors, and to read and understand employment policies and safety rules and procedures in English.
- Ability to handle electronic devices.
- Ability to lift at least 30 pounds and meet the physical demands of the role.
Responsibilities
- Drive sales by sharing product knowledge, trends, and style inspiration.
- Merchandise new vendor deliveries and follow brand-specific merchandise execution guides and standards.
- Communicate customer needs and shopping patterns regularly to store leadership and vendors.
- Work with store teams to drive sales and execution best practices.
- Ensure the sales floor is properly signed for sales and markdowns.
- Follow the store’s audit policies and procedures.
- Foster acceptance and respect to strengthen relationships and create authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities.
- Provide feedback on merchandising performance and slow-selling areas.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and benefits.
- Comprehensive health and wellness coverage.
- 401(k) match.
- Paid time off.
- Eight paid holidays.
- Continuous learning and leadership development.
- Colleague Resource Groups.
- Volunteer opportunities.
- Merchandise discounts.
- Performance-based incentives.
- Annual merit review.
- Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal and financial advice.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
