Assistant Merchant, Knits

About us Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, we are known for modern classic style that's both timeless and timely, fine quality craftsmanship and gracious service. At Talbots relationships are the key to our business, we hire individuals who bring new ideas to the table, understand smart risk taking and can enhance an already thriving culture. With a commitment to offer modern classic style for every body type, through a full range of sizes, inclusive to every woman in your life. About the role This position is responsible for actively assisting the Merchant with the strategy, development, and selection of merchandise while supporting the department through the entire product lifecycle. Assistant Merchants will be assigned to a specific category The impact you can have Prepare weekly/monthly/quarterly reporting and assist Merchant in analyzing performance; initiate and perform additional ad hoc analytical assignments as requested. Monitor and track purchase orders and inventory through receipt reconciliation process. Order, track, and organize samples for every season; ensure all photo samples are accurate and follow proper protocol for incorrect samples. Work cross functionally with other partners and teams to ensure accurate product representation for photo shoots and floor sets. Review shot sheets for catalog, ensure all product is being shot and has appropriate selling space. Review and correct all catalog and web content for department as released, work with teams to ensure accurate product representation. Maintain knowledge of retail industry trends, shop competition and visit Talbots stores frequently. Consistently check department landing page on the web to ensure accurate product information, gallery ranking, and any helpful customer reviews. Partner with web merchandising team on any callouts. Assist merchant in generating reports weekly to analyze sales and business trends. Gather / recap history as a stepping off point for future buys. Youll bring to the role A Bachelors degree. 1 -2 years merchandising, retail sales, buying or internship experience preferred. Broad-based business acumen with the potential to grow to the Merchant level and beyond! Proficiency in Microsoft Excel skills to include VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and numerical formulation and have aptitude to learn these technical applications quickly. Knowledge and familiarity with Power Point to be able to create decks and presentations. Innate sense of fashion and ability to analyze and translate trends Strong communication and organizational skills, ability to multitask and work collaboratively. Excellent attention to detail, understands importance of accuracy and thorough completion of tasks Ability to hit concurrent deadlines, manage and prioritize own workload Benefits You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brands discount policies. Support for your individual development plus opportunities for career mobility within our family of brands. A culture of giving back local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities. * Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K). * Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Time off paid time off & holidays. * The target salary range for this role is: $55,000 *Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role. On-site: This position works on-site at least 4 days per week consistent with the needs of the business at our Talbots office location in Hingham, MA. Applicants to this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship. We are not providing sponsorship for this position. #LI-AP1 Location: Hingham Corporate Office Position Type: Regular/Full time Equal Employment Opportunity The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Companys business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicants request for reasonable accommodation. KnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America Ann Taylor, Chico's, Haven Well Within, Lane Bryant, LOFT, Soma, Talbots, White House Black Market. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful. Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good. To reduce potential fraud, we remind all applicants: It wont cost you money to apply for a job with us. Our brands will never ask for money that includes a wire transfer or a credit card. There will be no charge for equipment, background checks or other expenses in submitting a job application with us. We will never ask for your bank account information as part of the interview process. Your bank account information should only be entered during the onboarding process after you are hired to set up direct deposit of wages. Interviews will be conducted in-person or through a secure video call, using a teleconference application that uses email addresses only (not telephone numbers). 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