FASHION ASSISTANT – $13-15/hr - NYC

Our client is a well know national retailer. They're currently looking for an analytical and driven Fashion Assistant to support a great department store within multiple categories. 

Salary/Hourly Rate: $13-$15/hr

Position Overview: The Fashion Assistant is responsible for managing large amounts of data and coordinating with multiple teams including buying and planning. They want someone who can multitask, hit the ground running, and has a great attitude.

Responsibilities: 

• The Fashion Assistant analyzes historical data and current trends on a weekly basis to identify opportunities and risks by classification, style, and store
• Recaps monthly and quarterly hindsight by classification and style against plan and last year to advise on go-forward trends
• The Fashion Assistant develops and oversee markdown strategies that tie to gross margin objectives on a weekly and seasonal basis
• Strategizes, develops, and presents seasonal key item plans and collections that support sales and GM goals
• Participates in all aspects of line building process with merchandising and allocation partners
• The Fashion Assistant participates in developing process that build efficiency and streamline work

Qualifications: 

• Fashion internships within buying, planning, merchandising, or allocation
• Able to organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel
• Arthur Planning experience a plus
• Expert command of retail math concepts
• Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to work productively in a team environment and prioritize multiple projects

Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree required

Benefits: Eligible for Atrium Care Package