ASSISTANT MERCHANDISER - Travel & Carry Goods

Bioworld Merchandising is a leading design and distribution company of licensed and private label apparel, headwear & accessories to all retails channels. We collaborate with some of the most widely recognized brand and retail partners in the world. We are seeking skilled candidates who are excited to join this amazing team!

We Believe in Great Brands: Our goal is to translate the brand story into product that is as innovative and distinctive as the brand itself.
Creative Culture: Our team brings to our brand partners a unique mix of creative product design paired with merchandising expertise. We believe innovation comes from a diversity of creative ideas.
We are the Market: Our team believes in full immersion to gain insight into retail markets, contemporary culture and consumer reaction.

We are currently seeking an Assistant Merchandiser- Travel & Carry Goods to join our team of outstanding employees!

The Assistant Merchandiser will work closely with the Sr. Director Sourcing & Merchandising in planning and developing merchandising strategies for the Travel Division. She/He will work as a liaison between sales, design, overseas teams to assist in managing projects from conception to production. The Assistant Merchandiser will analyze costing, customers reactions and market trends to determine product needs and assist in planning product placements. She/He is responsible to assist the Director with daily functions including time and action on projects, sample tracking, managing PLM system, be able to merchandise an assortment, and keeping up to date with industry trends. She/He leverages organizational & analytical skills, as well an eye for relevant trends, to support the team as needed. A passion for pop culture properties and products is a must!

Responsibilities

• Strong Presentation skills with the ability to create and deliver presentations.
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment and handle multiple priorities while staying motivated
• Strong fashion sense, with a pulse on pop culture trends.
• Self-Starter
• Ability to influence in a cross-functional team environment.
• Excellent organizational ability to facilitate multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• 1-2 years+ of assistant merchandising experience.
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-through.
• Proficiency in: Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Qualifications

• Analyze sales data, comp shop retail stores and e commerce sites and be in the know of fashion and pop culture trends to help determine assortments by season, retail channel, and sales plans.
• Identify new opportunities based on search data and sales trends.
• Interact daily with Creative and Sales teams to assist in coordinating merchandising objectives for assigned categories to meet sales goals.
• Work with brand management team to assist in assorting product opportunities for upcoming releases or new property rights.
• Assist in the other day to day duties in all areas as pertaining to specific categories assigned.

Education

• BA in Business or Merchandising or equivalent work experience

Business Hours

• The regular business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30am – 5:30pm, and as needed to meet business goals and objectives.

Salary

• $50,000-$60,000