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Merchandising Assistant

Mac Duggal
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/13/2026

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly motivated Merchandising Assistant to support our Merchandising team. This role will play an essential part in ensuring our product assortments, line sheets, and seasonal strategies align with brand vision and customer needs. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and passionate about merchandising.


Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with the preparation of line sheets, product catalogs, and seasonal assortments.
  • Support the merchandising team in analyzing sales, inventory, and trend data to inform product decisions.
  • Maintain product information accuracy across internal systems and external platforms.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (design, production, sales, and marketing) to ensure timely sample management, product launches, and promotional campaigns.
  • Monitor competitor assortments and industry trends to provide insights and recommendations.
  • Provide administrative support, including scheduling, data entry, and reporting.
  • Work with sales team to manage mopnth\ly assortments
  • Negotiation skills
  • Familiarity with vendor & costing managements


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 1–2 years of experience in merchandising, buying, or product coordination (internships considered).
  • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Google and reporting tools including intermediate data analysis
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to multitask and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • Knowledge in fashion, trends, and customer experience.
  • Knowledge of fashion production timelines – understanding how design, sourcing, and production phases align with merchandising.
  • Visual presentation skills – ability to create polished line sheets, decks, and merchandising boards for sales teams.
  • Problem-solving mindset – resourcefulness in handling shifting timeline or last-minute assortment changes.
  • Relationship management – ability to work effectively with vendors, buyers, and cross-functional teams.
  • Adaptability to fast-paced environments – thrives under pressure and remains detail-oriented while juggling multiple deadlines.

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