EXPRESS · 1 day ago
Assistant Merchant
Columbus, Ohio Metropolitan Area
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expPHOENIX Retail, LLC is a Direct-to-Consumer platform operating EXPRESS and BONOBOS in the United States. The Assistant Merchant supports the Merchant team in achieving financial objectives by contributing to assortment strategies and ensuring operational efficiency.
ApparelE-CommerceFashionRetail
No H1B
Responsibilities
Assist in developing seasonal assortments, including initial product selection, roadmap creation, and style set-up
Manage operational tasks, including order management, sample organization, meeting preparation, and data accuracy across all systems
Conduct market research and competitive analysis, providing insights that inform product development and pricing strategies
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Production, Planning, Design, eCommerce, Visual, Marketing) to ensure the successful execution of assortment strategies
Maintain style attribution, adoption, and updates, ensuring accuracy and relevance
Prepare and present hindsighting selling reports, highlighting opportunities for future season planning
Support product development by communicating tactical updates to the appropriate teams, including design, production, and sourcing
Track and manage order delivery and launch timing, reporting exceptions and ensuring deadlines are met
Partner with the planning team on seasonal financial plans, pricing, and item descriptions
Compile and distribute product knowledge to internal teams on a monthly or seasonal basis
Stay updated on trends and customer preferences to inform product selection and assortment decisions
Qualification
Required
0-3 years of experience in retail merchandising, buying, or related field
Proficient in Excel and Google
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
Acute fashion sense with the ability to interpret market trends and customer preferences
Strong analytical skills and understanding of retail math to assess sales and performance
Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
Ability to manage through conflict, problem-solve, and influence decisions effectively
Systems and technology-savvy, with a willingness to adapt to new tools and processes
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain data integrity across multiple tasks
Demonstrates strong visual taste level and awareness of current trends
Ability to defend and effectively communicate ideas and recommendations across teams
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in business, retail merchandising, fashion merchandising, or a related field is preferred
Experience with Retail Management Systems (RMS), BeProduct or S5, or similar RMS is a plus
Company
EXPRESS
Express is a specialty apparel and accessory retailer offering both women and men's merchandise.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$164.84MKey Investors
WHP GlobalSycamore Ventures
2022-12-08Post Ipo Equity· $24.84M
2021-01-14Post Ipo Debt· $140M
2010-05-13IPO
Leadership Team
Stewart Glendinning
Chief Executive Officer
Joanie Rogan
EA to EVP/CMO ~ SVP Omni-channel Experience & Operations ~ SVP Creative ~ VP Brand Marketing
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