Assistant Merchant

The Assistant Merchant will support the Merchant, Sr. Merchant or Buying Manager to ensure that inventory receipt goals are met. The Assistant Merchant will maintain the flow of production by coordinating constantly with external vendors and cross-functional departments, making sure that production deadlines are met and samples are up to standard.

• Coordinate with Merchants, Planners, Logistics, Accounting, Quality control, Receiving departments, and vendors to ensure production requirements are followed
• Communicate with vendors any revisions or changes to garments expressed by the Merchants
• Assists with the preparation process for the negotiation of product pricing with vendors and management
• Maintain the Time and Action calendar to track the status of each garment
  Communicate any changes to existing orders to the Purchase Order department
• Work to consistently obtain Pre-Production and Top of Production samples on time
• Compile and upload testing forms, COCD forms, packing instructions, and Certificates of Compliance onto Web PDM
• Maintain a library of best-selling styles, materials, and colors
• Manage the data and files for production matters
• Organize selling, pull reports for Merchants and ensure that all Purchase Order deliveries are made to the appropriate department

• BFA or BA preferred
• Must have at least 1 year of exposure in a specialty retail environment; 1 year of buying experience preferred
• Must possess basic knowledge of production, product development, specifically in the fashion retail industry
• Knowledge of Web PDM preferred
• Must have exceptional organizational skills
• Must be proactive, detail oriented, and possess the ability to meet tight deadlines
• Must have excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Must possess basic Microsoft Word and Excel skills

ADDITIONAL DATA:

The salary range for this position is $22.18 - $25.54 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to position offered and work experience. In addition to your salary, Forever 21, and its affiliated brands, offers a benefits package, including 401(k) plan, overtime pay, flexible work schedule and a generous employee discount program (all benefits are based on eligibility). Additional information regarding the benefits for this position can be found at