Merchandising Coordinator

About Us

Our founder, Lena Bryant didn't set out to change fashion forever, but that's exactly what she did. 120 years later, Lane Bryant remains the iconic plus‑size brand. Empowering women is kind of our thing. Our inclusive community of customers and associates champions the acceptance of all sizes, shapes, and people. If you believe in the power of clothes to create confidence and empower self‑expression, you'll be at home here.

About the Role

Supports the operational execution of the merchandise ordering process for a subset of the brand. Responsible for data integrity and back‑office operations throughout the product life cycle including sample requests & management, order generation/maintenance, and product channel execution support.

Responsibilities

• Sample Management (60%): Orders, tracks and maintains all product samples; provides samples to business partners as needed; prepares samples for PR and Marketing turn‑ins throughout the season; submits product for outfit guides, e‑com turn‑in, and push report; supports sample set‑up for key milestone meetings.
• Business Operations (30%): Manages data integrity including reconciling the On Order report, preparing purchase orders, and updating information in the system or with cross‑functional partners; supports some assortment form data entry; partners with leader/team to manage execution of commitments and the Operational Tracking Report; supports ad‑hoc data entry, compiling, report generation, and special projects.
• Cross‑Functional Support of Product Execution (10%): Partners with Visual and Site Ops to ensure all styles are represented; partners with Merchandising Operations to ensure data integrity.

Qualifications

• 0‑2 years of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in fashion merchandising, retail management or business‑related field preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Knowledge/familiarity with FlexPLM preferred.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to multi‑task and manage priorities to ensure deadlines are met.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Benefits

• Merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies.
• Support for individual development and opportunities for career mobility within the family of brands.
• Culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, philanthropic activities to support communities.
• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(k).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid time off and holidays.

Location

LB OH Corp Office – Lane Bryant – New Albany, OH 43054