Merchandise Assistant

ektello; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 26,174; Part time

Job summary

A retail apparel client in San Francisco is seeking a Jr. Merchandise Assistant to help develop and execute product assortments. This entry-level role includes collaborating with cross-functional teams and analyzing sales performance to inform strategy. Candidates should possess strong analytical and communication skills and demonstrate a customer-first approach. The position is full-time, on-site, and offers a competitive hourly rate of $18 to $19. This is a great opportunity to start your career in retail merchandise.

Qualifications

• Strong strategic and analytical thinking with solid financial acumen.
• Excellent communication skills — comfortable presenting data and telling a story.
• Ability to collaborate with and influence cross-functional partners.

Responsibilities

• Develop merchandise assortments aligned to global, digital, and regional customer needs.
• Partner with Design, Visual Merchandising, and Production on product strategy.
• Analyze in-season sales performance to identify business opportunities.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Customer focus

Job description

Jr. Merchandise Assistant | Retail Apparel – San Francisco

On-site, San Francisco | 3-Month Contract (Entry Level)

Full-Time 40 hours week, M-F

Hourly Rate: $18 to $19

About The Role

Our retail apparel client is looking for a commercially-minded Jr. Merchandise Assistant to help develop and execute product assortments that delight customers and drive profitable growth. You'll sit at the center of the product development process, partnering closely with Design, Visual Merchandising, Production, and Inventory Management to bring the right products to market at the right time.

What You'll Do

• Develop merchandise assortments aligned to global, digital, and regional customer needs
• Partner with Design, Visual Merchandising, and Production on product strategy, AUC profitability, and speed to market
• Coordinate with Inventory Management on seasonal investment strategy to protect key growth drivers
• Analyze in-season sales performance to identify business opportunities and risks
• Manage sample coordination and maintain accurate product documentation

What You Bring

• Strong strategic and analytical thinking with solid financial acumen
• Excellent communication skills — comfortable presenting data and telling a story
• Ability to collaborate with and influence cross‑functional partners
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills and a proactive mindset
• A customer‑first lens with an eye for inclusivity and belonging