Assistant Merchant
The Assistant Merchant for Brooks Brothers serves as the backbone of the merchandising organization, supporting the execution of seasonal assortments and acting as the key liaison between cross-functional partners in production, marketing, design, allocation, and planning.
Responsibilities
•Support Merchants in building and organizing assortments that align with the overall departmental strategy, driving increased profitability.
•Analyze market trends to identify product opportunities and develop expertise in the competitive landscape.
•Collaborate with Design and Production to develop product strategies that align with our IMU and AUC targets.
•Partner with Planning and Allocation on seasonal investment strategies to ensure key initiatives and growth drivers are prioritized and supported.
•Maintain ownership of all product information, establishing yourself as the go-to expert on product details.
•Collaborate with key cross-functional teams to clearly communicate seasonal strategies and needs for the business.
•Prepare and analyze detailed selling recaps to track performance, identify key drivers and challenges, and provide actionable insights that inform strategic decision-making.
•Partner with Merchandise Coordinator to ensure all samples are where they need to be.
Requirements:
•Bachelor’s Degree; focus in Merchandising or a related field
•1+ years previous experience in retail merchandising.
•Excellent organizational skills and high standards for process and order
•Ability to work independently in a fast paced and collaborative environment
•Strong communication and interpersonal skills
•Displays a sense of urgency; manages time efficiently and can meet tight deadlines
•Strong multi-tasker; flexible to changing priorities
•High attention to detail
•Self-motivated and willing to seek out answers
•Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to position offered and work experience. In addition to your salary, Catalyst Brands offers a benefits package, including health care (medical, prescription, dental, vision), company paid life insurance and long term disability, 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off programs starting with minimum 15-days based on role, overtime pay (if hourly), flexible work schedule, and a generous employee discount program (all benefits are based on eligibility). Additional information regarding the benefits for this position can be found here: https://sparcbenefits.com/Candidate-Benefits-Highlights
Reasonable Accommodation
The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to enable qualified employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Catalyst Brands is an equal opportunity employer. We value a culture of inclusion and diversity within our workforce, and are committed to maintaining a workplace free from prohibited employment conduct, including discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partner status, civil partnership, status as a covered veteran, status in the Uniformed Services of the United States, citizenship and any other characteristic protected by law (“Protected Characteristics”).
Physical Requirements
- Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
- Ability to maintain regular and timely attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
- Ability to remain in a stationary position for up to 8 hours per day
- Ability to constantly operate a computer, other office equipment and look at a monitor for up to 8 hours per day
- Ability to clearly and accurately communicate and exchange information verbally, in writing, or through other means in person, telephonically, or through virtual communication methods
- Ability to reach at or below shoulder level
- Ability to carry equipment, move boxes/samples, etc.
- For Stores & Distribution Centers: Bend, lift, open and move product and fixtures up to 50 lbs., as needed.
Please note that the deadline for submitting your application for this position is three weeks from the date the job posting was published.
