Associate Merchandiser

Adecco Creative is partnering with one of NYC’s most iconic fashion brands to recruit for an Associate Merchandiser. This role is a potential temp to permanent opportunity and will be a hybrid schedule in Midtown Manhattan.

The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in merchandising to...

• Adhere to seasonal development calendar, managing team meetings and deadlines
• Analyze global sales, feedback, and historical data on weekly/monthly/seasonal basis to help better assort for future seasons; prepare weekly recaps with action-oriented points for the team
• Maintain ownership of competitive landscape, identifying trends and staying on top of newness in market; utilize findings to identify holes in the current business and opportunities for future growth
• Assist in creating global line architecture based on both market and business trends
• Liaise with all cross-functional partners to execute seasonal assortments from concept to creation
• Uphold brand filter and product integrity across categories and markets
• Partner with assistant merchandiser to manage daily merchandising responsibilities and ensure timely execution of deliverables
• Partner with team to prepare documents and presentations for all development milestone meetings, including seasonal product briefs, design sketch & product reviews, line pricing, costing reviews, and internal market presentations

The accomplished individual will possess...

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables & V-lookups) and PowerPoint
• Must be able to utilize and master internal software systems
• Should demonstrate initiative/sense of urgency; can perform and prioritize tasks under pressure
• Demonstrated problem solving skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to multi-task independently
• Knowledge of competitive landscape and experience preparing competitive decks
• Ability to work closely with multiple departments and interact with employees at all levels
• Sharp analytical skills and comprehensive understanding of “retail math”
• Understanding of the brand and a passion for accessories
• 3+ years in positions offering relevant experience within luxury
• Experience working in a merchandising environment