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MZ Wallace · 2 days ago

Merchant Assistant

New York, New York, United States

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$65K/yr - $75K/yr

MZ Wallace is an independent, women-led company known for its innovative handbag designs. The Merchant Assistant role involves supporting the development of seasonal handbag lines through market research, organizing showroom samples, and collaborating with design, production, and merchandising teams to ensure successful collection development.

E-CommerceFashionRetail

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Assist with creating and updating production line lists, and other shared tools, making sure information is accurate and consistent

Support cross-functional teams by helping coordinate information and materials needed for the development and execution of seasonal collections

Assist Wholesale team during quarterly market cycles with production of seasonal line sheets and showroom maintenance

Work with Marketing and Planning teams to help collect data needed by the Product and Design teams

Assist with preparing presentations that summarize research for leadership reviews

Help conduct competitor and market research to support product and assortment decisions

Support seasonal design requests by gathering research, references, and inspiration

Help organize and maintain showroom samples to ensure they are accurate, up to date, and ready for reviews

Manage Wholesale’s B2B Shopify by ensuring product mix and imagery is up to date

Create and update seasonal product knowledge and visual merchandising packets

Qualification

Market researchTrend analysisMicrosoft OfficeGoogle WorkspaceAdobe Creative SuiteClear communicatorAttention to detailTeam-oriented attitudeAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree or relevant coursework in Fashion, Design, Merchandising, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent hands-on experience)

Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities

Curious and research-minded, with an interest in products, trends, and the competitive landscape

Comfortable working with spreadsheets, presentations, and shared documents; proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace required

Clear communicator who works well with cross-functional partners and thrives in a collaborative environment

Able to take feedback, follow direction, and adapt to shifting priorities in a fast-paced setting

Passion for product, design, and the creative process

Positive, team-oriented attitude with a willingness to jump in where needed

Preferred

Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Airtable, inDesign, NuOrder, Shopify, or similar tools is a plus, with eagerness to learn new systems

Benefits

Competitive salaries with annual bonus eligibility

Annual performance appraisal & compensation review

401(k) with employer match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Pre-tax transit accounts

Vacation, personal, and holiday time-off

Free and discounted MZW product

Fully-stocked kitchen and weekly catered lunches

Happy hours on our roof deck and seasonal team outings

Continuing education

Beautiful SoHo office

Company

MZ Wallace

MZ Wallace is an essential accessories company for modern life.

Founded in 2000

New York, New York, USA

11-50 employees

https://www.mzwallace.com/

H1B Sponsorship

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