Assistant Merchant

Title: Assistant Merchant

Company Description: Luxury Home Decor + Furnishings Brand

Location: Corte Madera, CA

Responsibilities:

• Manage all information related to sourcing materials and samples to all cross-functional departments.
• Manage all SKU item setup and maintenance for all departments.
• Maintain product information integrity in various systemic interfaces.
• Manage all price changes in partnership with Planning and Merchandising Dept. - initiate request, and follow up on packaging, signage, and collateral associated with each product.
• Compile product information and assembly instructions for all new products.
• Research, respond, and resolve customer requests and service feedback.
• Participate in proofing process of catalog and web - including naming, copy, dimensions, images, etc.
• Offer input in regards to product assortment strategy.
• Gain an understanding of forecasting and participate in financial review meetings.
• Stay informed on customer trends and what is selling and gain a complete understanding of our competition and their pricing strategies.
• Attend and participates in weekly Product Development Dept. meetings.
• Compiles and maintains product allocations lists (swatches and displays).
• Facilitates photo sample requests - tracks, receives, logs, and totes photo samples
• Proofs website for copy and sku information integrity and accuracy; submits requests for issue fixes.

Requirements:

• Completed Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• Min. of 2-3+ years of relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of product design and construction.
• Knowledge of domestic and offshore suppliers and sources.
• Knowledge of cost of goods.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications (Word & Excel).

Compensation Package:

• Competitive Salary Base
• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Observed Holidays
• Product Discounts