Merchandising Assistant, Apparel

We are seeking a Merchandise Assistant (MA) to join our Apparel team.

The Merchandising Assistant will support the buying team collaborating with internal cross-functional partners and external brand vendors to drive sales for the Trunk Show and Boutique businesses. The successful candidate will be highly organized exceptionally systems savvy with a love for luxury fashion!

Primary Responsibilities include:

• Creation and maintenance of purchase orders and reorders

• Maintain item updates and adjustments through full life cycle

• Provide administrative support to the RTW buying division as needed

• Support the designated buying team across all business channels including Trunkshow Boutique and Marketplace/dropship (Mirakl)

• Manage the trunkshow launch process and calendar

• Analyze and learn about Moda Operandis vendors and department performance

  • assist with pulling vendor sales history for Market Prep

  • attend weekly team meetings

• Support the vendor onboarding process and setup in Modas internal CMS system

• Assist with informational decks and other special projects as needed

• Assist with product setup and asset management including product page imagery copy templates and editorial content

• Monitor and update weekly uploads for product errors

• Manage and update product pricing country of origin and material composition as needed

• Support Assistant Buyer on the launch checklists and calendars

• Maintain the vendor database contact list and related department records.

• Drive continuous process improvement by identifying and resolving challenges and opportunities in photography planning both internally and with external partners

• Consistently role model Moda company values

Qualifications/Ideal Experience:

• You have a bachelors degree

• Detail oriented organized and able to multi-task

• Pro-active and able to show initiative/ideas to constantly improve processes

• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

• Advanced analytical skills and reasoning ability

  • Intermediate to Advanced Excel skill is required

• Aptitude for learning new programs/systems

• Work well within a team and build strong relationships with all cross-functional partners

• Flexible and adaptable to an ever-changing fast-paced and high-growth environment

• Willing to execute priorities with a sense of urgency and can-do approach

• Positive composed and calm under tight deadlines

Job Type: Full-time; hybrid role; NYC based (Industry City Brooklyn office space)

Salary: $23 - $27 per hour Discretionary Bonus & Equity Eligible

Benefits:

• Medical Dental & Vision Insurance Benefits (day1)

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Company Paid Life Insurance Benefit

• Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Benefits (STD LTD Accident Critical Illness)

• Unlimited Paid Time Off (Exempt & FT)

• Tuition Reimbursement

The above statements describe the general nature of work being performed in this role they are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required. Additional responsibilities may be required from time to time. As an Equal Opportunity Employer qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race sex disability veteran or other protected status.

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Moda Operandi is an e-commerce platform transforming the way people discover and shop for designer fashion. Through its innovative mix of commerce and content Moda allows women to shop for whats new and whats next in designer fashion from the worlds leading emerging designers and luxury brands. Founded in 2010 Moda Operandis mission is to make it easy for designers to grow their businesses and consumers to realize their personal style. Today Modas platform carries more than 1000 brands and designers across fashion fine jewelry and home shipping to customers around the world.