Fashion Director Assistant

Burlington; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible hours

Associate discount

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

401(k) plan

Job summary

Burlington is seeking a Fashion Director Assistant to partner with the Fashion Director in shaping seasonal trend direction, product strategy, and brand alignment. You will analyze market insights and influence assortment decisions reflecting Burlington’s identity and customer needs.

As a strategic partner, you will drive cross-functional alignment across merchandising, marketing, and vendor touchpoints; mentor junior staff and contribute to long-range planning, while ensuring a cohesive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field preferred.
• 5+ years in fashion, buying, merchandising, or product development environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead trend forecasting and present actionable recommendations to guides merchant strategies.
• Influence seasonal assortment strategies in collaboration with merchants.
• Drive fashion direction and ensure brand consistency across marketing and merchandising channels.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement fashion strategy and storytelling.

Skills

Trend forecasting

Market analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Vendor management

Communication & presentation

Organizational skills

MS Office & trend tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising/Marketing/Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

WGSN

Job description

Position Overview

The Fashion Director Assistant partners with the Fashion Director to shape seasonal
trend direction, product strategy, and brand alignment across key merchandise categories. This role plays a
critical part in identifying and interpreting emerging fashion trends, analyzing market insights, and influencing
assortment decisions that reflect Burlington’s brand identity and customer needs. Acting as a strategic thought
partner, the Fashion Director Assistant drives cross-functional alignment and ensures consistency in
storytelling and execution across merchandising, marketing, and vendor touchpoints.

A Day in the Life

Trend Forecasting and Analysis:
Lead trend monitoring by analyzing fashion, consumer, and cultural insights.
Synthesize findings into clear, actionable recommendations that guide merchant
strategies.
Present seasonal direction and insights to cross-functional partners and leadership.
Product Assortment Planning:
Partner with merchants to influence seasonal assortment strategies, ensuring alignment
with brand values and customer expectations.
Recommend and validate key styles, colors, and silhouettes through data insights and
market testing.
Anticipate emerging opportunities and provide direction to maximize business results.
Merchandising Strategy:
Drive execution of fashion direction through seasonal forecast decks, trend alerts, and
strategic guidance.
Ensure brand consistency and elevate product storytelling across marketing and
merchandising channels.
Deliver presentations that influence senior leaders and cross-divisional teams.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Act as a connector across marketing, planning, store operations, and other functions to
ensure cohesive implementation of fashion strategy.
Represent the Fashion office in strategic meetings and projects, ensuring fashion direction
is embedded in decision-making.
Team Support and Development:
Mentor and coach junior staff, contributing to their professional growth and fostering a
collaborative team environment.
Partner with the Fashion Director on cross-divisional initiatives and long-range planning.

You’ll Come With

Education and Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Marketing, Business Administration, or related field preferred.

5+ years of experience in a fashion, buying, merchandising, or product development environment

Skills and Abilities:

• Expertise in trend forecasting and market analysis, with the ability to translate insights into actionable business strategies.


• Strong cross-functional collaboration and vendor management skills to drive alignment and results.


• Excellent communication and presentation abilities, with confidence influencing senior leaders.


• Proven organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities, timelines, and go-to-market


• milestones.


• Strong visual, written, and verbal communication skills


• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and trend tools (e.g., WGSN)

#LI-AP1

Come join our team. You’re going to like it here!

You will enjoy competitive wages, flexible hours, and an associate discount. Burlington’s benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance. Full-time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan.

We are a rapidly growing brand and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us. Our teams work hard and have fun together! Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day. Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity

Individual pay decisions will be based on a variety of factors, such as but not limited to, qualifications, education, job-related skills, relevant experience, and geographic location.

Compensation Range: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00