Assistant Line Builder

ALDO Group; Montreal; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

On-site perks

Discounts

Job summary

ALDO Group in Montreal is seeking an Assistant Line Builder to support assortment development and product lifecycle coordination. You will analyze sales, market trends, and competitive insights to guide product direction and ensure on-time delivery across Design and Product Development.

You will work with external partners to manage samples and data accuracy. The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, cross-functional collaboration, and timely execution within a fast-paced fashion retail

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience in merchandising, buying, or product development within fashion retail.
• Exposure to footwear or handbag categories is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports assortment development through analysis of sales performance, market trends, and competitive landscape.
• Conducts trend research, competitive shopping, and store visits to inform product direction and line planning.
• Assists in identifying pricing and product opportunities through market benchmarking and competitor analysis.
• Leads process-oriented tasks and finds solutions to optimize workflow and efficiency.
• Supports the product lifecycle for assigned categories, including product creation, data entry, and handover processes - 400 skus a year.
• Ensures accuracy and timeliness of all product information within PLM, costing templates, and assortment tools.
• Assists in costing activities by preparing templates, supporting negotiations, and proposing retail benchmarks.
• Maintains daily communication with agents, AFE, and cross-functional teams to ensure timely follow-ups and alignment.
• Supports development of product specifications, including spec creation and updates for sampling and production.
• Oversees reception, organization, labeling, and shipment of prototypes and sales samples (SMS).
• Sample management - Track, Maintains, and organizes the product sample library for accessibility and manages all samples flow through the seasons.
• Prepares seasonal materials boards, tasks for line reviews, and GTM milestones.
• Ensures adherence to development timelines and proactively flags risks or delays.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or DEC degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or related field

Certifications in retail, merchandising, or product development

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

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Specializing in stylish and accessible footwear, handbags, and accessories, the ALDO Group has been around for more than 50 years. With over 1,500 stores in more than 100 countries, we operate under two signature brands, ALDO and Call It Spring, and we are the core footwear partner for Sperry in North America. The ALDO Group is also an industry-recognized wholesale licensed partner, specializing in the design, sourcing, and distribution of fashion footwear, handbags, and accessories. Our diverse portfolio includes household brands such as ROXY, Brooks Brothers, Ted Baker, Hunter, and G.H.BASS. In addition to our head office in Montreal, the ALDO Group maintains international offices in Europe and Asia. For more information, visitwww.aldogroup.com .

Enjoy meaningful recognition, flexible work options, great on-site perks, generous discounts, and the pride of being part of a brand that leads with people, the planet, and its partners at heart.

ROLE SUMMARY

The Assistant Line Builder supports the execution of the seasonal product line by contributing to assortment development, product lifecycle coordination, and cross-functional alignment. This role plays a key part in ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of product data, supporting costing and pricing activities, and managing sample logistics throughout development. Through analysis of sales performance, market trends, and competitive insights, the Assistant Line Builder helps inform product direction while driving day-to-day coordination across Design and Product Development, and external partners to ensure on-time and efficient delivery. This role contributes to the collection building of 10% of the CIS business

RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic - 15%

• Supports assortment development through analysis of sales performance, market trends, and competitive landscape
• Conducts trend research, competitive shopping, and store visits to inform product direction and line planning
• Assists in identifying pricing and product opportunities through market benchmarking and competitor analysis
• Leads process-oriented tasks and finds solutions to optimize workflow and efficiency

Operational - 80%

• Supports the product lifecycle for assigned categories, including product creation, data entry, and handover processes - 400 skus a year
• Ensures accuracy and timeliness of all product information within PLM, costing templates, and assortment tools
• Assists in costing activities by preparing templates, supporting negotiations, and proposing retail benchmarks aligned with market comparables
• Maintains daily communication with agents, AFE, and cross-functional teams to ensure timely follow-ups and alignment
• Supports development of product specifications, including spec creation and updates for sampling and production
• Oversees reception, organization, labeling, and shipment of prototypes and sales samples (SMS)
• Sample management- Track, Maintains, and organizes the product sample library for accessibility and manages all samples flow through the seasons
• Prepares seasonal materials boards, tasks for line reviews, and GTM milestones
• Ensures adherence to development timelines and proactively flags risks or delays

Leadership - 5%

• Takes ownership of assigned tasks and product categories within defined scope
• Demonstrates accountability and strong organizational skills in managing multiple priorities
• Contributes to process improvements to enhance efficiency (tools, trackers, workflows)
• Builds collaborative relationships with internal teams, agents, and suppliers

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's or DEC degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or a related field
• Additional certifications in retail, merchandising, or product development are an asset
• 1-3 years of experience in merchandising, buying, or product development within fashion retail
• Exposure to footwear or Handbag categories is preferred
• Experience with PLM systems and product data management is an asset
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs
• Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset
• Strong interest in fashion and market trends

Building a culture of belonging

We firmly believe that the diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and identities is a fundamental strength of the ALDO Group. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing a safe, respectful, and equitable work environment where everyone can reach their full potential and find their fit.