Merchandising Assistant — Hybrid Fashion Support & Discount

Burlington Stores, Inc.; Burlington (NJ); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Associate discount

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Job summary

Burlington Stores, Inc. is seeking a Merchandising Assistant in New Jersey to support the merchandising team by coordinating orders, samples, and communications with vendors and internal departments.

You will help manage the flow of merchandise from ordering to receipt, maintaining accurate records and organized sample storage. The role emphasizes collaboration with buying, e-commerce, and marketing teams, strong Excel/Outlook skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update webpage as requested.
• Act as a liaison with the advertising and marketing team to address immediate needs for TV/Print media.
• Prepare purchase orders, complete order entry spreadsheets, and communicate with POE team/vendor for each Divisional Merchandise Manager area.
• Develop full understanding of the process, divisional order tracking, and follow up as necessary with outside vendors for shipment, audit orders and notify Buyers for any adjustment required.
• Coordinate sample management process, i.e. tagging samples upon receipts, then storing them, keeping track of samples that are provided to Advertising, request samples as needed, organizing sample room, etc.
• Run shipping reports and check all deliveries to ensure timely shipment of goods.
• Provide administrative support to the Buying organization as requested.

Skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Communication skills

Multitasking

Travel willingness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Burlington Stores, Inc. is seeking a Merchandising Assistant in New Jersey to support the merchandising team by coordinating orders, samples, and communications with vendors and internal departments.

You will help manage the flow of merchandise from ordering to receipt, maintaining accurate records and organized sample storage. The role emphasizes collaboration with buying, e-commerce, and marketing teams, strong Excel/Outlook skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting.