Assistant Merchandiser

About the role

We are seeking an individual with a strong desire to grow in the apparel/headwear industry who enjoys working in a team environment. As global apparel and headwear design and sourcing experts, we help brands tell their story through high-quality, innovative apparel and headwear products. DRI ensures a fully integrated and socially compliant approach to creative development, merchandising, and operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Open and check-in daily sample packages.
• Assist with the execution of merchandising strategy for team’s accounts.
• Assist with product development for new SKUs; manage factory quote sheets and create BOMs.
• Help manage timelines and key calendar dates for larger programs by tracking and following up on both sample development and customer approvals.
• Responsible for item set-up and order entry, where needed.
• In collaboration with merchandisers, create design concepts that can be translated into artwork illustrations by internal design teams.
• Communicate daily with overseas factories through detailed emails and spec sheets.
• Support the merchandising team on special projects—presentations, sales analysis, retailing, customer visits, etc.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in merchandising, marketing, or a related field.
• General knowledge of the apparel/headwear industry.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with a variety of stakeholders and work effectively in a team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task on a daily basis.
• Proficiency in computer applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SAP.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Life, STD/LTD, and Long-Term Care insurance.
• 401K with employer match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO), including paid holidays.
• Event tickets and employee discounts.