ASSISTANT MERCHANT

FullBeauty Brands

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

New York, New York

Hybrid

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Assistant Merchant manages inbound samples and supports the product development process for catalog and web. They also analyze merchandising KPIs and conduct competitive research to identify key trends.

Qualifications

This role requires a Bachelor's degree in fashion merchandising or a related field, along with 1-2 years of experience in merchandising or product-related roles. Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills are essential, as is proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Job Description

FULLBEAUTY Brands™ is the premier fashion and lifestyle destination for the plus size customer. We are an online and catalog marketplace offering a curated collection of the finest family of plus size brands and thousands of products. 

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Assistant Merchant will be responsible for managing samples and assisting in phases of product selection for their designated brand/product category. The Assistant Merchandiser will play a part in the product development process by working alongside the Merchant/Senior Merchant. The Assistant Merchandiser will also be responsible for pulling reports and analyzing merchandising KPIs for both catalog and web.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Open, organize, and maintain all inbound samples 
  • Create, track and update sample management lists
  • Set up sample items in advance of merchant meetings or on as needed basis
  • Support the Merchandise Manager/Senior Merchandise Manager in all phases of product selection and development for both catalog and web
  • Interact daily with cross-functional teams to coordinate merchandising objectives and support collaboration
  • Conduct competitive research by shopping catalog and retail competition to identify key items and trends
  • Assist Merchandise Manager/Senior Merchandise Manager in the reporting of business results and Key Performance Indicators

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in fashion merchandising or a related field 
  • 1-2 years of merchandising or product related experience required
  • Ability to multi-task, and flexible to changing priorities 
  • Strong communication and follow up skills required
  • Detail-oriented, strong organization and follow-up skills 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is a must

 WHY JOIN FULLBEAUTY?

  • Competitive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Employer HSA Contribution
  • 401K Match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Hybrid Work Schedule (Corporate)
  • Business Casual Attire
  • Wellness Initiatives
  • 30% Associate Merchandise Discount Across our Family of Brands
  • Employee Discount on Travel, Cell Phone Plans and More
  • Generous Paid Time Off Program
  • Promote From Within Culture
  • Commitment to Being an Equal Opportunity Employer
  • Life Insurance Benefits
  • Internal charity that supports FULLBEAUTY Brands’ associates and their immediate family members during times of extreme hardship

FULLBEAUTY Brands™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

FullBeauty Brands

At FULLBEAUTY Brands, we believe that size is just a number and every number counts. We believe in embracing who you are, just the way you are. We believe that women and men of every shape and size deserve the total package: fashion, fit, style and comfort. Proprietary brands under the FULLBEAUTY Brands umbrella include; Woman Within, Roaman’s, ELOQUII, CUUP, Dia & Co., Jessica London, Ellos, Swimsuits For All, Catherine's, June & Vie, KingSize, Avenue, Brylane Home and OneStopPlus, an online marketplace offering a curated collection of styles from renowned brands – the premier fashion and lifestyle destination for men and women sizes 12+. Our Mission: To be known and trusted as the authority on plus size fit and fashion. Our Vision: Recognizing beauty has no boundaries, FULLBEAUTY Brands inspires, engages and empowers full-figured women to live life to the fullest.
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