Our client is seeking an Assistant Merchant to join their team! This is a contract position, working onsite in Reynoldsburg, Ohio. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in the booming retail/design industry!
Essential Job Functions:
Individual contributor position responsible for assisting in the preparation of plans for the season.
Assists with design and production coordination.
Prepares orders.
Conducts in-depth financial research and analysis.
Serves as the main contact for supplier communication, historical analysis, competitive intelligence analysis, some financial analysis, assortment planning and general organization of the product.
Maintains sample status and checks quality.
Works under close direction and handles issues of fairly basic complexity.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience.
1-3 years of experience.
A highly organized person w/strong attention to detail who can balance competing & shifting priorities w/ease
Solid financial/business acumen
Awareness & curiosity of competitive landscape
Ability to operate autonomously & has a strong sense of ownership
Clear, confident & friendly communicator - will be working with several different internal partners as well as external brand partners
Relevant experience, sense of ownership/initiative, confident communicator, passion for retail & product categories