Sales Assistant (Wholesale/Ecommerce)

We are currently looking for a Sales Assistant for a top fashion company in NYC who will support the Director of Sales and several Account Executives for multiple brands.

• Temp to Perm role
• Salary: $60K - $65K (hourly equivalent)

Responsibilities:

Showroom & Market Preparation

•    Steam and tag samples in the showroom for market appointments.
•    Ensure showrooms are organized, clean, and presentation ready.
•    Dress and maintain mannequins for showroom displays.
•    Order and coordinate food and refreshments for market appointments.
•    Print boards and line sheets for market appointments.
•    Organize seasonal samples during market.

Sample Management & Logistics

•    Organize the sample closet each season.
•    Ensure all samples are returned and sorted correctly.
•    Pack and unpack samples for travel.
•    Pack sample boxes containing duplicate and discontinued styles to be sent to stores and warehouse.
•    Coordinate sample shipments to accounts for photography needs.

E-Commerce & Photography Coordination

•    Distribute samples to the e-commerce team each season for photography.
•    Send board sheets to e-commerce team once shot sheets are created.
•    Verify samples have correct bodies/prints and label hangers with style numbers.
•    Review e-commerce shot sheets, track samples, and verify image accuracy.
•    Organize shot sheets and follow up with the e-commerce team regarding missing images.
•    Communicate styling requirements to the e-commerce team (outfit pairings, footwear).
•    Communicate with vendors regarding missing photography samples across missy and women's collections.
•    Reach out to vendors each season to source women's styles for photography.

Sales Reporting & Order Processing

•    Prepare and distribute reports, including weekly reports, TY/LY analyses, and ATS reports.
•    Prepare weekly TY vs LY sales and stock reports.
•    Submit written orders for processing.
•    Assist with tallying orders each season during market.
•    Assist with off-price orders as needed.
•    Organize samples for current-season best-seller meetings.

Account Management & Retailer Support

•    Send seasonal size breaks to accounts.
•    Upload item setup information in Salsify each season.
•    Send lifestyle images to accounts for seasonal catalogs.
•    Send catalogs and product images to accounts as needed.

Marketing Content & Catalog Creation

•    Support marketing initiatives each season including creating marketing content for all Salsify and system purposes.
•    Assist with catalog creation and updates.
•    Assist with photographing samples for catalogs.
•    Organize racks of samples for YouTube videos.

Travel & Buyer Appointments

•    Travel to trade shows and assist with buyer appointments.

Required Qualifications:

•    Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
•    1+ years’ sales experience.
•    Strong communication skills.
•    Positive and collaborative team member with the ability to work independently.
•    Highly organized, strong attention to detail and follow through skills.
•    Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel and the ability to quickly learn internal systems, processes, and additional software/web-based applications.
•    Knowledge of Photoshop is a plus.

If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today. 

The Solomon Page Distinction

Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.

About Solomon Page

Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, and LinkedIn.

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