Assistant Merchandiser — Data-Driven & Fashion-Focused

KnitWell Group; Hingham (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merchandise discount

Career development

Volunteer opportunities

Medical insurance

EAP

Paid time off

Job summary

KnitWell Group, including brands like Talbots, operates a on-site merchandising team in Hingham, MA. The role supports the merchant in strategy, development, and product lifecycle, with assignment to a specific category.

You will assist in reporting, analytics, and seasonal planning for multiple channels. The ideal candidate has 1-2 years in merchandising or related roles, strong Excel skills, and a keen eye for fashion trends.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years merchandising, retail sales, buying or internship experience preferred.
• Strong Excel skills and ability to learn these technical applications quickly.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Prepare weekly/monthly/quarterly reporting and analyze performance.
• Review seasonal commits by style, color, and size with Sourcing and Allocation partners.
• Monitor and track purchase orders and inventory through receipt reconciliation process.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure accurate product representation for photo shoots.

Skills

Merchandising

Retail sales

Buying

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables)

Job description

KnitWell Group, including brands like Talbots, operates a on-site merchandising team in Hingham, MA. The role supports the merchant in strategy, development, and product lifecycle, with assignment to a specific category.

You will assist in reporting, analytics, and seasonal planning for multiple channels. The ideal candidate has 1-2 years in merchandising or related roles, strong Excel skills, and a keen eye for fashion trends.