Associate Merchandiser

Sweet Apparel Inc. is a leader in Juniors', Women's, Men's, and Kids' fast fashion apparel. Sweet Apparel designs, manufactures, and imports apparel under its own labels as well as multiple Private labels. Our clothing can be found at major retailers including TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Ross, Macy's, and more.

We are growing and looking for a full-time Associate Merchandiser !

Please note: this is an on-site position in Midtown Manhattan where we work in office 5 days/week!

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Merchandising team in achieving departmental sales, margin, and inventory goals
• Analyze business performance, sales trends, and market insights to identify opportunities and support decision-making
• Prepare and distribute weekly, monthly, and seasonal reports
• Maintain assortment plans, update receipts, manage sample tracking, and ensure data accuracy across merchandising systems
• Assist with product lifecycle processes and prepare materials for key business meetings, including investment reviews and hindsight analyses
• Research competitors, market trends, pricing strategies, and product assortments to inform merchandising decisions
• Collaborate with Planning, Sourcing, Marketing, and other cross-functional teams to support product launches and promotional initiatives
• Build strong relationships with business partners and contribute to a collaborative, solutions-focused team environment
• Ensure timely communication of merchandising updates and critical information across stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, Marketing, or a related field
• 3+ years of merchandising experience preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an understanding of retail metrics and business performance
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through and time management abilities
• Passion for fashion and a strong understanding of consumer and brand trends
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Collaborative, adaptable, and eager to grow

What We Offer

• Health insurance, 401k plan, Paid Vacation, Sick days and Paid Holidays
• Summer Fridays
• Collaborative, fast-paced, and creative work environment
• Professional growth opportunities within a global fashion manufacturing organization

Target compensation for this role starts at $60k dependent on experience