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Banana Republic · 3 weeks ago

Merchandise Assistant, Bottoms & Jackets

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$22.90/hr - $28/hr

Banana Republic is a storyteller’s brand that outfits modern explorers with high-quality collections. The Merchandise Assistant will assist in all aspects of merchandising, collaborating with various teams to drive business forward and manage product information effectively.

FashionLifestyleRetail

Responsibilities

Work effectively as a member of the cross functional team by communicating clearly and focusing on team objectives

Manage and track samples

Keep samples organized and up to date for use in merchant presentations, visual set-ups, and seasonal marketing

Create, enter & perform in-season updates to product information in multiple data bases

Plan and prioritize workload to meet deadlines and increase efficiency

Perform general administrative duties for merchandising team as needed

Maintain reports and tools, as needed by merchandising team

Complete seasonal projects for merchandising team (ex: trend and competitor research)

Assist in the development of the product assortment, key item positioning, and ensuring that the collection is compelling, commercially viable and supports overall business objectives

Attend cross functional meetings and class reviews to stay abreast of any changes in assortment and strategies

Qualification

StrategicAnalytical abilityInfluenceCollaborationSample managementProduct information updatesVerbalWritten communicationAdaptabilityProblem recognitionTeamwork

Required

Strong strategic and analytical ability

Driven for results

Excellent verbal and written ability

Ability to align with, collaborate and influence cross functional partners and peers

Recognize and questions potential problems and situations

Adaptable with ever changing business needs/process shifts

Strong POV, works well in a collaborative environment

Benefits

Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.

One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.

Employees can take up to five “on the clock” hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.

Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee’s base pay.

Employee stock purchase plan.

Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.

Company

Banana Republic

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Banana Republic is an American clothing and accessories retailer owned by American multinational corporation, Gap Inc. It is a sub-organization of Gap.

Founded in 1978