Solomon Page · 1 day ago
Freelance Merchandising Assistant
New York, NY
Contract
Hybrid
Entry Level
$27/hr - $27/hr
1+ years expSolomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions, and they are seeking a Freelance Merchandising Administrative Support Specialist for a top fashion company. The role involves analyzing business performance, making recommendations for assortment changes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive product category decisions.
Asset ManagementConsultingProfessional Services
Hiring Manager
Kathleen O'Grady Hogan
Responsibilities
Rank the line weekly and make observations. Analyze current business and deliver recommendations for change
Review / analyze the assortment and recommend appropriate changes for assigned department(s)
In partnership with the Planning team, analyze performance and plans to look for sales and margin opportunities
Cross-functional team communication: present ideas and influence the cross-functional team in major milestone meetings to drive assortment deviations for product categories. Ensure all channels are informed of business results and assortment changes
Understand competition and marketplace regarding trend, placement and pricing as it applies to assigned departments and the customer
Quickly identify and adapt to changes / trends occurring in the business and in the marketplace
Work closely with the Design team and Merchant Leadership to interpret and forecast trends for assigned areas
Pass buy information for PO entry to MOS; approve all PO’s for areas of responsibility
Communicate price actions to MOS for entry into the Price System
Respond to store level inquiries regarding pricing, ticketing, Price-change file, and placement of merchandise
Communicate with all areas of the business as it applies to the purchase, delivery, receipt, ticketing, processing, pricing, and quality of merchandise via email, voice mail, and markdown advice reports
Communicate with vendors regarding purchase order updates, shipping / packing, pre-ticketing, etc
Track all shipping for product: speak to shipping information during weekly merchandising meetings
Input and ensure accuracy of all product attributes to allow for accurate data analysis, seasonal recapping, and pre-season planning
Assist in hitting sample deadlines in order to adhere to the photo studio schedule. Support Manager in working closely with Functional Leads across Omni Merchandising, Business Strategies and Marketing to enable successful execution
Track sample completion for assigned department. Consistently communicate updates and/or impacts
Collaborate with cross-functional partners to create sample deadlines that correlate with Merchant and Corporate calendars
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or equivalent
1+ years previous experience in retail merchandising preferred
Ability to strategize and strong skills in financial analysis
Understanding of aspirational brands and how to interpret their seasonal stories/messages for the customer
Proficiency in use of Google platforms (Gmail, Google Docs, Slide, Sheets)
Manual labor required (i.e., Carrying boxes of Merchandise, organizing samples, Dressing bust forms)
Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, project management, & planning skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team
Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting
Benefits
Medical
Dental
401(k)
Direct deposit
Commuter benefits
Company
Solomon Page
Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a leading staffing and executive search firm headquartered in New York City with offices across the United States.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Lloyd Solomon
Managing Director
Rachel Tigges
CMO
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