Our client, a NYC-based accessories company, is seeking a Sales Assistant/Associate.Ideal candidate has experience or a substantive internship in a buying office or supporting a salesperson in a showroom.This role is in-office 4 days per week/ option to WFH Friday unless it's market.The salary range for this role is 60-75k based on experience.
Responsibilities:
- Read sales reports and create spreadsheets to do style selling analysis for the brands/product.
- Communicate with retail stores, ecommerce businesses, specialty stores, and license branded stores.
- Work with the Sales Manager on creating needed sales analysis reports for the team and principals.
- Work on all aspects of running the accounts such as collecting data, communicating with buyers, sending out info, and helping during markets.
Qualifications:
- BA/BS degree in business or a Fashion related program
- Candidate needs to have 2 to 4 years of experience between retail, buying office, and wholesale sales
- Must understand how to read and analyze a retail weekly selling report and sales plan
- Well-developed understanding of retail Math (ex. how to calculate sell thrus, turns, initial mark ups, etc.)
- Knowledge of handling .com businesses and specialty stores
- Experience with accessories is a plus, or any sku intensive fashion product
- Proficiency in Excel and Word is necessary
- Interest in growing into a sales role
- Excellent communication abilities
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