Assistant Merchandiser - Jewelry

Location: New York

# Assistant Merchandiser - Jewelry New York - New York, NY 10018

Education Level4 Year Degree## Description
* Support Senior Merchandiser on all merchandising functions for key accounts
* Anticipate department needs for milestone meetings each season
* Complete data entry for day-to-day product management
* Partner with Senior Merchandiser and Design to assist in concept ideation
* Conduct research on competitors including pricing, styles, and trends
* Photograph samples for product presentations and create assortment presentation boards with help of Senior Merchandiser
* Manage sample process from start to finish, working with external vendor partners to fulfill all sample requirements by posted deadlines
* Drive carding + packaging process by collaborating with internal and external teams on packaging design and development
* Assign carding directives, maintain carding archive, and collaborate with internal and external carding teams on packaging design and development
* Oversee sample photography process and ensure all images are to standards and are uploaded by posted deadlines
* Report to team on quality, photography, and packaging issues based on .com customer reviews
* Create and manage turnover documents for each collection and own item creation in appropriate database systems
* Adhoc reports as necessary## Qualifications
* 1-2 years of experience as an Assistant Merchandiser/Buyer or prior experience working as a creative coordinator within the fashion industry, preferably with product experience/or mid-tier account experience
* Strong organization and communication skills
* High attention to detail
* Ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize
* Advanced computer proficiency, including Microsoft Excel, Word, Powerpoint, and Outlook programs as well as Teams
* Clear understanding of financial measurements and their impact on the business
* Demonstrates logical analysis and problem-solving skills
* Excellent relationship-building abilities
* Keen sense of priority for deadlines
* Flexible, ability to manage changing priorities
* Must be a strong team player and have the ability to negotiate with others
* Strong understanding of how brand aesthetic is built and maintained, innovative and ready to pitch concepts to move the brand forward
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