Assistant Merchandiser

Nautica

. Provide organizational support to the Merchandising team and partner with the Merchandiser on day-to-day business .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesJunior💰 $57,200 - $67,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong organizational support and analytical skills in managing purchase orders, markdowns, and sales performance. Proficient in retail math and data integrity, with a focus on strategic merchandising and relationship-building.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor’s Degree In Fashion MerchandisingRetail Math ConceptsPurchase Order ManagementSales AnalysisStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Purchase Order ManagementSales AnalysisRetail Math ConceptsData IntegritySpreadsheet Applications

Soft Skills

Strong Organization SkillsAttention To DetailRelationship-Building SkillsCreative MindsetAbility To Multi-Task

Tools & Technologies

MS WordMS ExcelIP SystemGarpac System

Industry Keywords

MerchandisingE-CommerceSales PerformanceCompetitor AnalysisPricing Strategies

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide organizational support to the Merchandising team and partner with the Merchandiser on day-to-day business
Manage the full life cycle of purchase orders and markdowns
Issue and maintain purchase orders and reconcile IP and Garpac systems
Follow up with vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods
Maintain planned receipt flow and communicate issues
Manage markdowns for stores and e-commerce
Create and maintain weekly selling, Hindsight, store, and best-seller reports
Review and react to sales performance and selling reports
Maintain data integrity in systems and published documentation
Assist with pricing strategies, assortment plans, sales forecasts, and sales analysis
Organize and manage samples for meetings, archives, e-commerce photo shoots, and sample sales
Manage the e-commerce photo shoot process, calendar, seasonal line sheets, and shot lists
Partner with the Web Merchant to ensure new products go live and are merchandised in New Arrivals
Monitor industry trends and evaluate competitors in stores and online
Track competitor pricing and promotions and propose business-driving ideas

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree; focus in Fashion Merchandising
1 to 2 years’ experience as an Assistant Buyer, preferably
Sense of urgency, flexibility, and ability to multi-task
Strong knowledge of and ability to apply retail math concepts
Strong organization skills and attention to detail
Strong written and oral communication skills
Excellent computer skills including MS Word and Excel
Strong analytical skills, with an emphasis on spreadsheet applications
Open-minded and positive attitude with the ability to partner cross-functionally and grow relationships
Strong business acumen and ability to quickly assess a new environment and develop solutions supporting business strategy and critical objectives
Creative with a strategic mindset and ability to turn concepts into action
Strong relationship-building and influence skills
Ability to think strategically while managing day-to-day responsibilities
Willingness to embody a culture of taking smart risks and innovating to win

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Term life insurance
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
401(k) with Company match
Associate discount on all Catalyst Brands merchandise
Additional compensation for store hourly associates scheduled to work on a designated holiday