Assistant Merchandiser - Jewelry

Job DetailsJob Location: New York - New York, NY 10018Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $45,000.00 - $60,000.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJob Category: Sales 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