Associate Merchant

Associate Merchandiser

Ann Taylor embodies and celebrates the spirit, heritage, and confidence of American women leading the lives they love. Since its beginnings, Ann Taylor has been committed to providing women with everything they need to feel inspired and motivated as they navigate their multifaceted lives. Our effortlessly polished styles are thoughtfully designed to go anywherefrom the office to special occasions (and everywhere in between). Discover a culture centered on empowering employees, with access to industry leaders and tools you need to expand your skills and stretch your abilities. We'll meet you at every milestone with opportunities and benefits to make life better in and outside of work (not to mention your closet). Ready to join us?

The Associate Merchandiser collaborates with the lead Merchandiser on the execution of departmental strategies and business objectives; is responsible for translating information and ideas that contribute to an actionable business plan; and supports the department with any necessary tactical responsibilities.

The impact you can have:

• Support execution of departmental strategies and business objectives to achieve or exceed financial plans.
• Generate, analyze, and distribute weekly, monthly, and seasonal reports.
• Analyze business trends, recommend actions, and apply insights to future departmental strategies.
• Provide applicable historical information and market research.
• Manage daily merchandising tasks, including assortment sheets, receipt updates, sample accuracy, handoffs, and timely cross-functional communication.
• Prepare materials for key Product Lifecycle meetings, including Hindsight and Investment Review.
• Research fashion trends, pricing, promotions, and competitive activity; make recommendations based on findings.
• Demonstrate strong awareness of retail landscape.
• Collaborate with lead Merchandiser on building assortment.
• Recommend style ranking and attributes and chase/cancel strategies.
• Provide information and ideas to support development of seasonal strategies.
• Actively participate on Cross-Functional team and make recommendations to drive results.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships and contribute as a solution-oriented team member.
• Demonstrate ability to affect key decisions within the Cross-Functional team.

You'll bring to the role:

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion or Merchandising, or equivalent.
• 3+ years of related experience in Merchandising in Retail.
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical capabilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Solid knowledge of retail financial measurements.
• Strong fashion sense, with a sense of brand and client needs.
• Strong business acumen with potential to grow into a Merchant role.
• Ability to be an active listener and take direction.
• Strong self-management and time management skills.
• Detail oriented, with excellent follow-through skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Benefits:

• You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand's discount policies.
• Support for individual development and career mobility across our family of brands.
• A culture of giving back through volunteer opportunities, donation matching, and community support activities.
• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Time off paid time off & holidays
• The target salary range for this role is: $66,000 -$68,000
• Hybrid: This position works in a hybrid model, with required days worked in the LOFT office location in New York, NY as defined by business needs.

*Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.

Location: Times Square Tower-ANN-New York, NY 10036

Position Type: Regular/Full time

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