Job Description Summary: The Merchandising Assistant, reporting to the Director of Product, supports Market projects, Shop-Shop Concept, new product development, and key account partnerships. Provides administrative support for merchandising and marketing projects, including data tracking and distribution.
Primary Responsibilities: - Review and organize fabric and leather introductions from vendors.
- Create mood boards for color, product, and lifestyle trends.
- Collaborate with Product Director on fabric and leather edits and product correlations.
- Develop and maintain CAD library for products.
- Produce CAD floorplans for Shop in Shop concepts and market showrooms.
- Assist in creating swatch materials and managing material rollouts.
- Maintain Prototype Department corkboard for new product development.
- Support proofreading and editing of schematics and pricelists.
- Perform data entry for merchandising information and sample orders.
- Help manage factory showroom inventory.
- Conduct research on green initiatives, design, fashion, and industry trends.
- Handle administrative tasks such as packaging, mailing, and supply ordering.
Minimum Requirements: - Intermediate to Advanced AutoCAD skills.
- Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Merchandising, or Marketing, or equivalent experience.
- 2-3 years of experience in merchandising, interior design, or marketing.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
- High level of creativity, attention to detail, and organization.
- Adobe Suite knowledge preferred.
- Experience working under deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook and Excel.
- Knowledge or experience with textiles, preferably in the apparel industry.
Essential Functions: - Occasional travel required, primarily during April and October Markets.