Merchandise Coordinator (Seasonal)

G-III Apparel Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

G-III Apparel Group is seeking a Regional Merchandising Coordinator to support merchandising execution across multiple Chicago-area stores. You will partner with store managers to ensure brand presentation, implement merchandising strategies and drive sales, with regular travel between locations.

The role requires strong retail and visual merchandising experience, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Retail Management, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience in retail merchandising or visual merchandising.
• Experience in department stores, specialty retail, or fashion retail preferred.
• Strong understanding of retail store operations, planograms and visual standards.
• Knowledge of retail math and ability to analyze sales data.

Responsibilities

• Implement regional merchandising strategies across multiple stores to ensure brand consistency.
• Collaborate with store managers to execute merchandising initiatives and maintain brand standards.
• Conduct regular store visits to train and guide teams on merchandising execution.
• Support visual merchandising including product placement, planograms, displays, and seasonal updates.
• Analyze sales data and store performance to identify opportunities and drive sales.
• Monitor metrics and use insights to inform merchandising decisions.
• Manage project timelines for display updates and seasonal changes.
• Communicate across stores and regional teams to share best practices.
• Identify opportunities to enhance customer experience through product presentation.

Skills

Retail merchandising

Visual merchandising

Analytical thinking

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Retail Management, Business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution and marketing, which enables us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands, including some of the most sought-after names in global fashion, our success is driven by our team’s entrepreneurial spirit and our deep relationships across the industry.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Regional Merchandising Coordinator to support merchandising execution across multiple retail locations throughout the Chicago area. This role will partner closely with store managers and store teams to ensure consistent brand presentation, execute established merchandising strategies, and support sales performance across assigned locations. The ideal candidate brings strong retail and visual merchandising experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while regularly traveling between stores.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement regional merchandising strategies in alignment with brand guidelines to ensure consistent presentation across assigned retail locations.
• Partner with store managers and store teams to execute merchandising initiatives and maintain established brand standards.
• Conduct regular store visits to execute and evaluate merchandising standards, provide guidance and training, and ensure adherence to retail procedures.
• Support visual merchandising execution, including product placement, planograms, displays, and seasonal floor updates.
• Analyze sales data, retail math, and store performance to identify opportunities to improve merchandising execution and drive sales.
• Monitor retail sales performance metrics and use business insights to support merchandising decisions.
• Manage project timelines to ensure display updates, seasonal changes, and merchandising initiatives are completed according to established deadlines.
• Communicate across stores and regional teams to share best practices, merchandising opportunities, and successful execution strategies.
• Partner with store teams to identify opportunities to improve the customer experience through effective product presentation and merchandising.
• Maintain strong organization and attention to detail while managing multiple stores, projects, and seasonal priorities.
• Support merchandising initiatives and additional regional retail projects as assigned.

Who You Are:

• A hands-on retail professional with a passion for visual merchandising and customer experience.
• A collaborative partner who builds strong relationships with store managers and retail teams.
• A detail-oriented and highly organized professional who can manage multiple locations and priorities.
• An analytical thinker who understands how merchandising and sales performance work together
• A proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment and enjoys spending time in stores.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Retail Management, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience in retail merchandising, visual merchandising, fashion retail, or a related field required.
• Experience working within department stores, specialty retail, or fashion retail preferred.
• Strong understanding of retail store operations, visual merchandising standards, and planograms.
• Knowledge of retail math and the ability to analyze sales and performance data.
• Experience working with retail sales performance metrics and customer service standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with store and regional teams.
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly between retail locations throughout the Chicago metropolitan area.

What We Offer:

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $22.50 per hour.

Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to applicable salary transparency requirements.

G-III Apparel Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

G-III's owned brands include DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Donna Karan, Vilebrequin, Sonia Rykiel, G.H. Bass, Bass Outdoor, Andrew Marc, Eliza J., G-III Sports and more. G-III has fashion licenses under the Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Cole Haan, Dockers, Guess?, Kenneth Cole, Levi's, Vince Camuto, Margaritaville and more. G-III also operates retail stores for the DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris and Donna Karan brands.