Merchandising Intern

ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT FASHION, ANALYTICS, AND PRODUCT? JOIN GANNI'S NORTH AMERICA TEAM AND GAIN HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE WITH MERCHANDISING IN A GLOBAL FASHION BRAND! Your Mission & Responsibilities Ahead Of You As a Merchandising Intern, you will support the North America Merchandising Manager across a wide range of activities, gaining valuable exposure to assortment planning, inventory management, product analysis, reporting, and cross-functional collaboration. This internship is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a strong understanding of merchandising within an international fashion business. You will work closely with our Merchandising Manager while supporting both seasonal and in-season merchandising activities, helping to ensure the right products are available in the right stores at the right time. A key part of the internship will be supporting our inventory management and replenishment process, and we are therefore looking for someone who is available Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. Merchandising Support Assist the Merchandising Manager with seasonal assortment planning and buying preparation.Prepare merchandising tools and reports, including line sheets, price lists, and assortment files.Support product selection, assortment planning, and seasonal product launches.Help prepare presentations and materials for internal meetings and seasonal reviews. Inventory Management Support the replenishment process across North America, including replenishment activities three mornings per week (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday).Assist with inventory allocation, stock balancing, and replenishment across stores.Perform transfer and consolidation analyses to optimize inventory across the retail network.Monitor inventory levels and support actions to maximize product availability and sell-through. Analysis & Reporting Support weekly, monthly, and seasonal reporting on product performance and sales.Assist with sell-through, inventory, and assortment analysis.Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends and benchmark the competitive landscape.Gather and organize product feedback from stores and cross-functional partners.Help identify trends and opportunities through data analysis. Cross-Functional Collaboration Support communication between Merchandising and cross-functional teams including Buying, Retail, Planning, Marketing, and Operations.Assist in preparing product information and launch materials for internal stakeholders.Support ad hoc merchandising projects and process improvements as needed. Must Have Requirements Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, Fashion Management, Economics, Marketing, or a related field.Must be eligible to receive academic credit through your university. This internship is unpaid and must be completed as part of your academic studies.Strong analytical skills with an interest in product, retail, and merchandising.Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, etc.Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.Curious, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams.Fluent in English. WHAT ELSE? This is an unpaid internship based in our New York City office. The internship must be completed as part of your academic studies, and applicants must be able to receive academic credit through their university. We are looking for someone who is available to join us for the agreed internship period and is excited to gain practical experience within merchandising at GANNI. THE GANNI WAY Our future intern needs to have: A hands-on, "roll up your sleeves" attitude with a problem-solving mindset.Passion for fashion, consumer trends, and product storytelling. We are looking for a true GANNI ambassador - someone who shares our values of Openness (ready to evolve, honest not perfect), Optimism (you never stand still, just dance!), Authenticity (you march at your own beat!), Accountability (no excuses, you make an impact) & Responsibility (make small changes, see big differences). The GANNI culture is based on a learning and results-driven mentality, where everyone is united by a common purpose of (hack)the fashion system! GANNI is a state of mind - more than a way of dressing and we love to change the usual practice in everything we do. We are confident and capable of anything! So prepare yourself to be comfortable with the uncomfortable and hacking the system together with our amazing Sales Merchandising team! DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION At GANNI, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds — regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, racial identity, religious belief, disability status, or personal expression. We believe that diversity drives creativity and innovation, and we are dedicated to building a team that reflects the world around us. To support unbiased hiring, we kindly ask you not to include your photo, age, or marital status in your CV — we’re only interested in why you’re a great fit for the role. BE BOLD AND JOIN OUR GANNI COMMUNITY! We hope you got all your questions answered and feel motivated to join our team and become a part of the GANNI community. If you have more questions regarding the position please contact Camille Castagnet, US Merchandising Manager at camille.castagnet@ganni.com We will be interviewing candidates continuously and kindly ask you to send your application and CV as soon as possible. Please use the “Apply for position” button. MORE GANNI GOODIES This position operates out of our beautiful New York office in Soho, located around the corner from our Flagship GANNI Retail store on Mercer Street. We offer daily subsidized lunches and are proud of our close-knit team and positive NY office culture! We are currently working on a hybrid WFH schedule and are in the office at least 3-4 days a week.