Assistant Merchandiser

Job Title: Assistant Merchandiser Department: Product Development / Design Location: NYC Reports To: Creative Director Type: Full-Time - In office (no hybrid) A well-established fashion jewelry and accessories company with over 50 years in business is seeking a proactive, organized, and detail-oriented Assistant Merchandiser to support our Product Development, Design, and Sales teams.The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of experience in fashion accessories, merchandising, or product development, with strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Communicate daily with overseas factories to coordinate sample development, track progress, obtain costing information, and follow up on outstanding requests. Create, maintain, and update costing spreadsheets, customer line sheets, and product development documents. Prepare customer presentations, including PowerPoint decks, product assortments, and materials for sales meetings. Maintain organized product databases, factory spec sheets, sample records, and digital photo libraries. Coordinate with design, sales, and production teams to ensure accurate and timely documentation for purchase orders and order processing. Assist with customer-specific product development projects, special requests, and reorders. Support showroom merchandising, including organizing product displays, preparing samples for customer meetings, and maintaining presentation standards. Assist with market research, trend presentations, and competitive product analysis. Provide general administrative and project coordination support to the Creative Director and Product Development team. Qualifications: 1–3 years of experience in fashion jewelry, accessories, merchandising, product development, or a related field, preferably within the wholesale industry. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including working with spreadsheets and product data. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint. Working knowledge of Adobe preferred. Experience communicating with overseas factories or vendors is a plus. Familiarity with product development processes, costing, and production timelines is preferred. Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple deadlines, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. What We’re Looking For: A proactive self-starter who takes initiative and follows through on assignments. A resourceful problem-solver who can work independently while knowing when to collaborate. A highly organized individual who takes pride in accuracy and attention to detail. A team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn. Someone who is eager to grow within the fashion accessories industry and take on additional responsibilities #J-18808-Ljbffr Shalom International