Associate Merchant
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Job Location:
Albany, GA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About us
Our founder Lena Bryant didnt set out to change fashion forever but thats exactly what she did. 120 years later Lane Bryant remains the iconic plus-size brand. Empowering women is kind of our thing. Our inclusive community of customers and associates champions the acceptance of all sizes shapes and people. If you believe in the power of clothes to create confidence and empower self-expression youll be at home here.About the role
The Associate Merchandiser assists the Merchandiser with merchandise strategy and product assortments that enable the achievement of financial plan. Works in collaboration with all cross functional partners to deliver departmental plans.
The impact you can have
Support in developing a line that represents the brand by doing competitive intelligence customer intimacy and business analysis.
Manage a subset of the lifestyle category to begin broadening scope of responsibility
Collect industry/ consumer/ competitor trend information. Report on and integrates findings into the development of the strategic vision and the future selection of product.
Works with Planning and Allocation on promotional cadence flow order color/size buys minimum /maximum quantities etc. Understands and applies retail metrics
In season react to current business trends; ensures the integration of fashion newness develops upside strategies recognizes product evolution and potential voids; prepares contingency plans to drive sales and profit objectives.
Work cross functionally with planning product development and design to ensure the flow of the vertical process in maintained.
Support sample ordering tracking management organization and pass off
Responsible for hind-sighting product performance.
Youll bring to the role
3-5 years of experience in a merchandising related position for a fashion retailer.
Bachelors degree in fashion merchandising retail management or business related field preferred.
Proficient in Word Excel and Power Point and Outlook
Ability to build and sustain relationships quickly.
Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills
Ability to multi-task and prioritize
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
Benefits at KnitWell Group
You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands subject to each brands discount policies.
Support for your individual development plus career mobility within our family of brands
A culture of giving back local volunteer opportunities annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations and philanthropic activities to support our communities*
Medical dental vision insurance & 401(K) retirement*
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Time off paid time off & holidays*
*Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications relevant experience and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.
Applicants to this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship. We are not providing sponsorship for this position.
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Location:
LB OH Corp Office-LaneBryant-New Albany OH 43054Position Type:
Regular/Full timeEqual Employment Opportunity
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidates qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy) race color national origin religion age disability genetic information military status sexual orientation gender identity or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process please contact The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Companys business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicants request for reasonable accommodation.
Required Experience:
IC
