Position

Job Title:Merchandising Coordinator, Leather Goods

Reports to:Director, Merchandising, Leather Goods

Job Objective

Responsible for supporting the Leather Goods team in leading the business strategy for the Americas Boutiques. Main responsibilities include a focus on Made to Order & high-end Leather Goods categories; placement and follow up of client orders, reporting and recaps, supporting client events, buying process, product tool creation, competitive market analysis, allocation & rebalancing in accordance with total company vision.

Profile

Merchandising Functions

Duties and responsibilities:

Review and complete weekly sales reports & stock on hand
Lead and follow up daily on product shipping and Made to Order deliveries
Communicate and partner closely with Retail teams to handle day to day product inquiries and present weekly business updates on Retail calls
Participate and share new ideas to drive Leather Goods Exotic & Haute Couture business strategy
Lead bi-monthly stock rebalances to improve sales and support zone events
Analyze the Leather Goods market monthly and prepare comprehensive recaps on pricing, trends, market activities, and events
Review shipping reports & partner with Logistics to ensure merchandise is shipping on-time
Support assortment for new store openings and pop ups
Run and update replenishment levels by style and boutique level
Assist Manager during seasonal markets in Paris/Virtual Market, while remaining positive, energetic, and organized while meeting tight deadlines during high-paced and demanding buying sessions

Reporting Functions

Provide analysis on fast/slow seller, sell-thru, and support on Weekly reporting
Compile seasonal & Event collection feedback from stores
Prepare and run Event sales recaps

Skills And Competencies

Ability to deliver tight deadlines while being detail oriented
Effectively and professionally communicate with Boutique teams and Paris headquarters
Excellent organizational skills and commit to results
Thrive in fast-paced environment with self-motivated mentality
Operate all systems and retail programs necessary to perform the job
Flexibility to react quickly to changing demands of business
Teammate with strong interpersonal and communication skills
Self-starter and independently problem solve
Excellent time management and priority setting to improve time effectively and efficiently
Perseverance and committed

Requirements

At least 2 years prior Merchandising/Buying experience, luxury retail Women’s experience preferred; strong working knowledge of Retail Math and Retail critical metrics
Advanced Excel (heavy excel workload)
Strong knowledge of all other Microsoft Office programs, specifically excellent skills in PowerPoint

Temp Merchandising Coordinator, Leathergoods