Sales and Merchandising Assistant

Dreamwear

. Support Sales Executives in preparing for in-person and virtual customer meetings, Market Weeks, stock meetings, and presentations .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $52,000 - $56,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong organizational and analytical skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Capable of effectively managing inventory, order processes, and cross-functional collaboration to support sales and customer needs.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Inventory ManagementOrder ManagementRetail MathMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Inventory ReportsPurchase Order ReviewOrder ProcessingSales ReportingAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAttention to DetailWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationProactive Approach

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeExcelOutlook

Industry Keywords

WholesaleRetailFashionApparel

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support Sales Executives in preparing for in-person and virtual customer meetings, Market Weeks, stock meetings, and presentations
Prepare inventory reports, CADs, selling materials, and other information for buyers
Review sales and inventory reports to identify best and worst sellers and communicate relevant insights to Sales, Design, and other internal teams
Review purchase orders against worksheets and available inventory to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies
Enter and maintain buyer worksheets, place merchandise on hold for domestic and direct orders, and update orders as needed
Assist with order management, including shortages, extensions, delivery changes, P.O. move-ups, and late deliveries
Investigate inventory and order issues, identify potential solutions, and communicate updates to internal and external partners
Coordinate, pack, ship, and track samples and CADs for buyers
Maintain organized sample closets and assist with showroom setup, including samples, swatches, and meeting materials
Attend customer, stock, and private-label development meetings, taking notes and documenting feedback and follow-up items
Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Design, Production, and other teams to support customer needs and business priorities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum experience of one internship related experience, preferably within the wholesale, retail, fashion, or apparel industry
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
Solid analytical skills and working knowledge of retail math
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities, meet deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook
Proactive, self-motivated approach with the ability to take initiative and follow through
Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively across departments and with a variety of internal and external partners

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision coverage
Commuter and flexible spending accounts
Paid time off
Additional company holidays
401(k)
Gym discount
More benefits as part of the total rewards package