Merchandising Assistant - Intimate Apparel Design

Dana-co LLC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana-co LLC, a leading design house in luxury intimate apparel, is seeking a Merchandising Assistant to support product assortment strategies. Based in New York, this full-time role requires strong organizational skills, trend awareness, and a passion for the fashion industry. The Assistant will maintain merchandising charts, conduct market research, and collaborate with internal teams to enhance retail performance.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Paid time off and paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Short-term disability coverage

Education reimbursement

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in intimate apparel or a luxury fashion brand.
• Process-oriented with a creative and solution-driven mindset.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update merchandising charts and distribute information to teams.
• Conduct market research on trends and monitor sales performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage sample logistics.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

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Merchandising Assistant

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid – 4 days in-office, 1 day remote)

Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday (40 hours/week)

Dana-co, a leading design house specializing in luxury intimate apparel, is seeking a Merchandising Assistant to join our New York-based team. This position plays a key role in supporting the strategic direction of our product assortment across multiple brands. The ideal candidate is highly organized, analytically driven, and trend-aware, with a passion for the fashion industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update merchandising charts; distribute relevant information to internal teams
• Support assortment planning by identifying gaps and opportunities based on market trends, competition, and historical performance
• Conduct market research on new launches, color trends, and whitespace opportunities
• Monitor fashion trends through trade publications, social media, and industry resources
• Visit retail locations monthly to assess visual merchandising, promotional strategies, and customer preferences
• Track and analyze sales performance; highlight trends, issues, and make actionable recommendations
• Assist in the creation and ongoing maintenance of seasonal merchandising plans
• Assign seasonal colors to styles; create and manage seasonal color codes
• Collaborate with the Merchandise Manager to ensure all tools and materials are accurate and aligned with the development calendar
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to manage sample logistics and seasonal hand-offs
  
  

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Apparel, or related field
• 1–3 years of experience in intimate apparel or a luxury fashion brand
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with acute attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Process-oriented with a creative and solution-driven mindset
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  
  

Benefits for Full-Time Employees

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, personal) and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid parental leave (inclusive of non-birthing parents)
• Short-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Bereavement support
• Education reimbursement
• Voluntary benefits: life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, and group legal services
• Employee discounts
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dana-co is proud to be an inclusive and equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and respectful workplace, and we do not discriminate based on any legally protected characteristic, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status.

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