Fashion Partnerships & Growth Manager (New York)

You know what makes an outfit work. You understand what makes a brand stand out. And you can walk into a room of retail executives and make them excited about technology they didn't know they needed!

At Zelig, we're reimagining the way people discover, style, and engage with fashion through AI-powered technology. This is a unique, hybrid role for someone with a sharp eye for styling, a strong understanding of the fashion industry,

and the confidence to build meaningful commercial relationships. You'll work at the intersection of creativity,

commerce, and emerging technology, bringing a fashion insider's perspective to a product designed to transform

digital shopping.

What you'll do

• Bring the Zelig experience to life: Lead engaging, fashion-forward platform demonstrations for prospective retail partners, brands, and industry stakeholders.
• Build relationships that matter: Identify prospective fashion and retail partners, conduct outreach, support sales conversations, and help move opportunities toward signed agreements.
• Think like a merchant: Understand assortment planning, visual merchandising, styling preferences, seasonal collections, and the commercial realities of fashion retail.
• Collaborate across teams: Partner with Product, Engineering, Design, and Marketing to develop standout demos and elevate how we present our technology.
• Be the voice of fashion: Provide thoughtful feedback on digital styling, product recommendations, fashion accuracy, and the overall shopping experience.
• Stay ahead of what's next: Follow designers, emerging brands, retail innovation, consumer behavior, and the evolving intersection of fashion and technology.

You'll be a great fit if

• You have 4+ years of experience in fashion, luxury retail, buying, merchandising, styling, fashion partnerships, or business development. strong understanding of fashion brands, styling, merchandising, and e-commerce.
• A commercial mindset and experience supporting sales, partnerships, client relationships, or revenue growth.
• Confidence presenting to brands, merchants, and senior-level stakeholders.
• A polished communication style, genuine curiosity about AI, and an instinct for what makes a product compelling.
• Equal enthusiasm for putting together the perfect look and closing a meaningful business opportunity.

Bonus points

• Experience at a major fashion retailer, luxury fashion house, fashion marketplace, or retail technology company.
• Existing connections with buyers, merchants, fashion executives, & e-commerce leaders.
• Experience with digital styling, virtual try-on, AI fashion tools, or clienteling.
• Familiarity with Shopify, fashion e-commerce, CRM systems, or enterprise software.
• Fashion expertise is essential. AI expertise is a plus, not a prerequisite. We care about your instincts, relationships, creativity, and ability to learn.

Pay range and compensation package

• Estimated salary: $130K+ base, plus sales incentive plan.
• Flexible healthcare coverage with multiple medical plan options, including HSA-compatible plans
• Full suite of benefits: dental, vision, life, and disability insurance (employer-paid options available)
• Tax-advantaged savings accounts (HSA, FSA, dependent care) to support your financial wellbeing
• 401(k) retirement plan with robust investment choices
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and concierge health advocacy services for you and your family
• Lifestyle perks including commuter benefits, wellness programs, pet care support, and exclusive discounts

Equal Opportunity Statement

Zelig is committed to providing a work environment that values diversity and inclusivity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.