Freelance Global Assistant Merchant

Job Title: Freelance – Global Assistant Merchant
Location: New York, NY 10016 (63 Madison Ave)
Employment Type: Contract (3-6 months) | 40 hrs/week | Openings: 2
Tax Status: W2

Position Summary

The Global Assistant Merchant supports the development of a commercially viable global assortment that meets the needs of international markets. This role partners closely with merchandising, design, and production teams and helps manage sell-in tools and product samples for international partners in preparation for go-to-market.

Key Responsibilities

• Support international product strategies for assigned departments/division across key milestone meetings (roadmap, product alignment, coordination).
• Prepare tools and templates needed to communicate assortment updates to cross-functional teams (CFT).
• Participate in product milestone reviews; recommend additions/changes to meet international business needs.
• Partner with the manager on geo-specific product requirements and ensure execution aligns to the global roadmap.
• Assist with product development process support, including timeline/time & action calendar awareness and adjustments for international needs.
• Build and maintain seasonal assortment communication (sell-in) tools in NuOrder, ensuring:
  • Product details are complete and accurate (imagery, costing, retail pricing)
  • Updates and change communications are shared with internal and external partners
  • High attention to detail and data accuracy
• Analyze product performance and sales to identify opportunities that impact future product development.
• Support sample management across the business (go-to-market readiness, PS samples, PR, etc.).
• Build and maintain strong relationships with International and U.S. cross-functional partners.
• Communicate business issues to manager in a timely manner.
• Weekly/Monthly/Seasonal sales reporting.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Key Business Partners

• Design
• Production
• Merchandising
• License Merchandising
• International Cross-Functional Team (CFT)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or equivalent experience.
• Prior buying, merchandising, or product development experience.
• Strong business acumen and strategic agility.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growing environment.
• International experience preferred; ability to work in a multicultural environment.
• Strong fashion sense and trend awareness.
• Intermediate Excel required (PivotTables, VLOOKUP); proficient in MS Office, Outlook, and internet applications.
• Strong analytical, prioritization, interpersonal, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail, deadlines, and reporting.

System One and its subsidiaries (including Joulé and Mountain Ltd.) deliver outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. Eligible employees may have access to benefits including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and a 401(k).

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to legally protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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