Merchandising Associate
Richline Group, a Berkshire Hathaway Company · New York, NY · 2 mo ago
MarketingFull-time
Job Duties
- Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks as assigned
- Read and respond to e-mails in a timely and professional manner
- Train to be proficient in estimated costing
- Train to be proficient in Navision costing/building and basic navigation of system
- Train to be proficient in all phases of the Gem/Pearl/Diamond product development process
- Meet with Procurement Department to source findings
- Assign style numbers to product along with designated (by the merchant) sample order quantities
- Maintain product trackers
- Analyze detailed cost components in computer systems to ensure product is built accurately
- Prepare design presentation for Merchandising…i.e. story boards, sketches etc.
- Communicate with vendors (local and overseas)
- Ensure new product samples are ordered and received on a timely basis
- Process new samples including weight verification and system updates of cost components
- Work with Quality Assurance Dept. to make sure new product meets standards for manufacturability
- Ensure that new samples are transferred to appropriate sales lines
- Follow up to make sure all the samples are photographed
Qualifications and Skills Required
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Deadline oriented with excellent presentation skills
- Strong communication and customer relations skills (Verbal and Written)
- Excellent math skills
- PC Skills (Microsoft Office)
- Ability to work independently and thrive under pressure
- Fashion and trend oriented
- Minimum 1-2 years of related experience
- Basic rendering/design and CAD image understanding
- Basic understanding of jewelry manufacturing process
- Strong understanding of product development process
- Degree in related field preferred