Junior Merchant — Analytics & Assortment

Knitwell Group; Hingham (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merchandise discount

Career development opportunities

Volunteer opportunities

Medical insurance

Dental/vision insurance

Time off and holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Talbots is seeking an Assistant Merchandiser to support strategy, development, and selection of merchandise across a specific category. You’ll assist in analysis, reporting, and photo/catalog prep, and work with sourcing, allocations, and web teams to ensure accurate product presentation.

The role requires 1–2 years of merchandising-related experience, strong Excel skills, and an eye for fashion trends. On-site, Talbots office in Hingham, MA with benefits and competitive salary.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years merchandising, retail sales, buying or internship experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) and numerical formulation.
• Strong fashion sense and trend analysis.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare weekly/monthly/quarterly reporting and analyze performance.
• Review seasonal commits by style, color and size with partners.
• Monitor purchase orders and inventory through reconciliation.
• Coordinate samples for seasons and ensure catalog accuracy.
• Work cross-functionally to ensure product representation for shoots and layouts.
• Provide data for catalog copy cards and ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Merchandising

Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables)

Fashion sense

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Talbots is seeking an Assistant Merchandiser to support strategy, development, and selection of merchandise across a specific category. You’ll assist in analysis, reporting, and photo/catalog prep, and work with sourcing, allocations, and web teams to ensure accurate product presentation.

The role requires 1–2 years of merchandising-related experience, strong Excel skills, and an eye for fashion trends. On-site, Talbots office in Hingham, MA with benefits and competitive salary.