Sales Assistant, Womans Wholesale Apparel, Major Department Stores

The Kasper Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in women's wholesale apparel is seeking a dynamic Sales Assistant to support various business facets. This role involves key administrative tasks, including purchase order management, report generation, and customer interface. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and analytical skills, a passion for fashion, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Join a collaborative team environment where your contributions will directly impact the business's success and growth in the vibrant fashion industry.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of related experience preferred, including internships.
• Passion for the fashion industry and understanding of current trends.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders from receipt to shipment.
• Generate and maintain sales and inventory reports.
• Provide administrative support including travel arrangements.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Multitasking

Initiative

Attention to Detail

Microsoft Excel

Education

Associates or Bachelor’s Degree

Degree in Business or Merchandising

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sales Assistant, Womans Wholesale Apparel, Major Department Stores

Direct message the job poster from The Kasper Group

Talent Acquisition | Fashion, Retail, Beauty, Tech, CPG

The Kasper Group, an apparel industry leader for over 30 years, has remained committed to excellence in offering iconic brands and relevant womenswear designs.

We are currently seeking a dynamic Sales Assistant with a desire to learn multiple facets of the business to support our team. The candidate will handle key administrative responsibilities, systems support, and research and development information. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Liaison on daily tasks involving Sales, Customer Service, Production, and Design teams
2. Purchase order management – write, process, log, update, and track customer purchase orders from receipt to shipment
3. Generate, manage, update, maintain, and distribute reports such as weekly style selling, daily sales, inventory, open-to-sell, and customer order logs
4. Demonstrate initiative by reviewing reports, highlighting findings, and proposing reorders
5. Maintain organization of system files including line sheets, CADs, costing, financial, and time and action sheets
6. Interface with customers – meet & greet, attend meetings, and correspond with client staff
7. Prepare for meetings and markets – create agendas, schedule appointments, reserve meeting spaces, organize samples, and prepare meeting recaps and model looks
8. Manage samples – order, track, and distribute customer and photo shoot samples
9. Monitor PP/TOP samples – track incoming/outgoing samples, alert to late samples, and log approvals
10. Provide system and general administrative support such as travel arrangements, expense reporting, and sample management
11. Manage entry-level account responsibilities, including showroom presentation and business management
12. Work effectively in a team environment

To succeed, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

1. Associates or Bachelor’s degree
2. Degree in business or merchandising is a plus
3. Minimum 1 year of related experience preferred (including internships)
4. A passion for the fashion industry and understanding of current trends
5. Familiarity with the sales department in a women's ready-to-wear manufacturer or retailer (RTW)
6. Excellent organizational and analytical skills
7. Ability to multitask and a desire to learn
8. Strong attention to detail
9. Ability to take initiative
10. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
11. RLM & Retail Math knowledge is preferred

Salary Range: $50K-$58K. Actual salary will depend on experience, qualifications, and assigned unit.

We are an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, or other protected characteristics.