Temporary Merchandising Assistant job in Brooklyn

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Buying Team is responsible for searching high and low for the next bestselling uncommon good. We are responsible for driving growth through on-brand product selections and for expanding our reach in our respective maker communities. Buyers are entrepreneurial business drivers and self-starters who are passionate about the people and products they work with. As a Merchandising Assistant, you will support the buying team with virtual sample management, onboarding new vendors, and setting up new items. This is a contract position working 40 hours a week for six months.

ABOUT YOU

You are a natural problem solver who brings solutions to the table more than issues. You are an extremely organized and an efficient worker. You have a great eye and are passionate about creatively designed items. You are the one that can always find the needle in the haystack, and you obsess over the details. You are persistent in pursuit of your goals and do not back down from a challenge. You are excited to explore the endless possibilities of e-commerce and won’t settle for business as usual.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the new item pipeline; interface with vendors to ensure all new items are onboarded efficiently and accurately and convey key details to cross-functional teams
• Promptly set up new vendors and items as they’re approved, and maintain/update existing items in our database
• Oversee sample process, including requesting samples, tracking delivery, soliciting any missing product details from vendors, preparing sample powerpoint presentations, and managing their lifecycle with cross-departmental partners
• Communicate with vendors and internal partners to effectively resolve issues or discrepancies in a timely manner
• Data and reporting assistance as needed
• Research new opportunities and work on special projects as directed by the Buyer

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience preferred
• Experience and current working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Self-motivated with the ability to perform in a fast-paced environment and consistently meet deadlines
• Extreme attention to detail and highly organized
• Strong analytic and communication (verbal and written) skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Track record for exceeding expectations and striving for excellence
• Demonstrated passion for creatively designed product
• Due to COVID-19 social distancing requirements, this position will be primarily remote. Applicants should have a computer with a reliable home internet connection and the ability to video conference.

COMPANY PERKS

• Casual work atmosphere, fun company events.  (Thanks to our team's creativity, we've devised ways to feel connected remotely, too, and it's still fun.)
• 40% discount on our products.
• Safe working environment. Many of our COVID-19 protocols exceed NYC and NYS safety standards. Those who can are working remotely. In our office and warehouse, COVID-19 testing is required of all new hires and monthly for all team members; PPE, including masks and gloves, is required for all team members; and workspaces provide recommended social distancing.

When applying please include:

• Resume
• Cover letter

**We are only accepting applicants located in Tri State Area**

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.