Sales Assistant, Handbags

Responsibilities

• Affords assistance to the Sales Executive during showroom market appointments and prepares necessary materials beforehand
• Updates buy sheets and forwards them to production and merchandising teams
• Sends order recaps and identifies any discrepancies
• Reviews account spreadsheets for errors and sends UPCs/Bulk Recaps to Buyers
• Communicates with Order Entry, Warehouse, and Buyers regarding Tracers
• Reviews and sends past cancels reports to Buyers
• Initiates sample requests through PLM and AS400 and follows up with internal departments (merchandising, production)
• Follows up with internal departments (merchandising, production) based on messages in PLM and relays the information to the Buyers
• Enters revisions when needed for cost/date/split QTYs/acct etc.
• Affords assistance in sales calls & presentations
• Works directly with internal teams to identify any arising issues affecting product shipments
• Regular communication with overseas production offices
• Requests revised POs/EDIs from Buyers when needed
• Generates open order reports
• Retrieves packing lists and sends to Buyers as well as invoices when needed
• Communicates consistently with warehouse on late orders, routing, picking, extensions
• Sends CADs or photos to Buyers upon request
• Updates & Revise Buyer orders to ensure all style numbers, qty, colors, price, and delivery is confirmed
• Checks the system for tracers, pick up appointments, dates submitted for routing, etc.
• Shops the market and takes pics to send to merch team and mgmt. for reference

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of sales related experience in an Apparel Company
• Experience with MS Office, specifically working with Excel and use of spreadsheets
• Very strong communication skills
• Organized and responsible

Pay

New York Pay Rate $45,000 - $60,000

Schedule

Hybrid Work Schedule: 4 days a week in the office, Friday work from home

About the Role

The Sales Assistant will assist the Sales Executive with showroom market appointments and prepare necessary materials in advance. You’ll update buy sheets, send order recaps, and identify discrepancies, ensuring clear communication with Order Entry, Warehouse, and Buyers regarding tracers. Regularly reviewing account spreadsheets and past cancels reports, you'll manage sample requests and follow up with merchandising and production teams through PLM. You'll also generate open order reports, retrieve packing lists, and maintain consistent communication about deliveries and product shipments. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail will be key as you ensure all buy sheets and orders are accurate and complete.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of sales related experience in an Apparel Company
• Experience with MS Office, specifically working with Excel and use of spreadsheets.
• Very strong communication skills
• Organized and responsible

Skills

• Strong organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills

Benefits

We strive to hire and nurture amazing talent. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to experience, specialized skills, and internal alignment.

Company Overview

We produce private label brands for large mass market retailers across the globe specializing in children’s, junior, missy and women’s apparel.

Diversity Vision Statement

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live and conduct business. We are an equal employment opportunity for minorities, females, protected veterans, and the disabled.