Merchandise Planning Assistant – Hybrid NYC

WHO WE ARE: BaubleBar designs accessories that make life more fun. Founded in 2010, the Company is known for its statement-making styles that create joy and bring people together. Today, BaubleBar's unabashedly optimistic perspective can be found across multiple accessory categories that are sold direct to consumer and at 8,500+ retail stores globally. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR: As a Merchandising Assistant for BaubleBar you will be responsible for driving sales growth and inventory health through cutting-edge product development, assortment planning and data management. Working alongside our Merchandising team, we are looking for someone who will thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial and collaborative environment. WHAT WE WANT YOU TO DO: Support the Associate VP of Merchandising on developing assortment strategies and document them in presentations for cross functional teamsLead the cross-functional order placement process, including managing data inputs required in our PLM systems and leading the review of product to be ordered with Product Development, Production, Design and Item Setup teamsWork directly with the Item Setup team to finalize item creation processAnalyze selling in both weekly and ad hoc reporting cadencesPartner with the Merchandise Planning Manager and Planning Associate to track inventory delivery timelinesWork onsite in our Manhattan office up to 4 days per week, with remaining day(s) remote WHAT WE WANT TO SEE: Understanding of key retail metrics, including sell thru, open to buy, days of supply, and marginAbility to work autonomously with strong attention to detail and exceptional organizational skillsStrong analytical skills and ability to create sales performance reports, including use of Microsoft ExcelExcellent communication skills, both oral and writtenBachelor's degree in business or a related field WHAT WE OFFER: Starting hourly range for this role is $24.00 - $26.00. Starting offer within that range will factor in work location, skills, background and years of relevant experienceGenerous benefit package including: Outstanding company contribution towards employee premiums for Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, PTO, 10 paid Company Holidays, Company paid Life Insurance & more!Company laptop, free monthly product allowance and employee discounts