Merchandising Associate

Merchandising Associate, Diamond Fashion

Richline Group, a Berkshire Hathaway Company

Position Location: New York, New York, United States (on site) 

As a Merchandising Associate at Richline Group, Inc., you will be responsible for supporting Senior Merchants for all their needs related to Merchandising and Product Development.

Job Duties Include:

· Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks as assigned

· Read and respond to e-mails in a timely and professional manner

· Train to be proficient in estimated costing

· Train to be proficient in Navision costing/building and basic navigation of system

· Train to be proficient in all phases of the Gem/Pearl/Diamond product development process

· Meet with Procurement Department to source findings

· Assign style numbers to product along with designated (by the merchant) sample order quantities

· Maintain product trackers

· Analyze detailed cost components in computer systems to ensure product is built accurately

· Prepare design presentation for Merchandising…i.e. story boards, sketches etc.

· Communicate with vendors (local and overseas)

· Ensure new product samples are ordered and received on a timely basis

· Process new samples including weight verification and system updates of cost components

· Working with Quality Assurance Dept. to make sure new product meets standards for manufacturability

· Ensuring that new samples are transferred to appropriate sales lines

· Follow up to make sure all the samples are photographed

Qualifications and Skills Required:

· Excellent interpersonal skills

· Deadline oriented with excellent presentation skills

· Strong communication and customer relations skills (Verbal and Written)

· Excellent math skills

· PC Skills (Microsoft Office)

· Ability to work independently and thrive under pressure

· Fashion and trend oriented

· Minimum 1-2 years of related experience

· Basic rendering/design and CAD image understanding

· Basic understanding of jewelry manufacturing process

· Strong understanding of product development process

· Degree in related field preferred