Merchandise Assistant, Men's Sportswear - New York, United States - Neiman Marcus

Neiman Marcus

Verified Company

New York, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

NEIMAN MARCUS GROUP
As an organization, NMG is on a transformational journey to become the preeminent luxury customer platform.

NMG continues to deliver the best integrated customer experience and has evolved the business to succeed in the ever-changing retail landscape.

NMG is a relationship business.

What differentiates the organization from other luxury retailers are its unique assets:

a strong store footprint, the most knowledgeable associates, an engaging online experience, solid brand partnerships, innovative digital and in-store experiences, the most loyal luxury customer base, and a strong balance sheet.

Our customers will always be at the center of everything NMG does. The company continues to reinvest in new technologies that enhance the customer experience. NMG meets customers where they are. NMG's goal is to offer customers a seamless experience across its stores, online, and remote digital selling.

NMG's priority is to develop a highly engaged and high-performing team where everyone belongs. The business attracts and retains best-in-class talent through unique offerings provided to associates in addition to standard employer benefits.

These include an innovative way of working, associate discounts on merchandise, tuition reimbursement, associate hardship fund, and paid time off to volunteer, to name a few.

As part of NMG's Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) work, the organization is focused on driving its core value of being "All Heart." NMG is also assessing its current environmental and social impact while developing a three-year plan to lead the luxury industry in its commitment and transparency to environmental and social sustainability.

NMG strives to become an employer of choice, driven by a culture of Belonging.

A dedicated team focuses on this journey, directly impacting how NMG conducts business throughout the workforce, workplace, and marketplace dimensions.

NMG has incredibly passionate and committed corporate and store associates. NMG offers associates an environment where everyone feels welcomed, nurtured, and empowered. Our associates are the heart of NMG. As an organization, NMG leads with love - love for customers, love for associates, and love for brand partners.

DESCRIPTION

Responsible for assisting Selling Manager with customer service, retention tools, focus program, staff development, merchandise presentation, selling events, sales promotion and stockroom controls.

Responsible for keeping track of daily numbers, negotiating vendor returns on merchandise and checks in all new receipts and pull client special orders.

Qualifications

Neiman Marcus Group is a relationship business that leads with love in everything we do—for our customers, associates, brand partners, and communities.

Our legacy of innovating and our culture of Belonging guide our roadmap for Revolutionizing Luxury Experiences.

Your Role
As an Assistant Buyer with Bergdorf Goodman, you will be working to support our Couture Ready to Wear Buyer. This role requires you to live within commuting distance from New York City.

What You'll Do

Assist buyer in achieving sales and gross margin
Manage daytoday operations of the buying office
Establish and maintain vendor relationships
Oversee vendor support and store communication
Recap and analyze selling, category and vendor performance
Manage promotional activities to drive in season business
Attend market appointments prepared with strategic assortment plans and understanding of product with a customer centric approach
Negotiate buying terms and end of season with vendors
Execute a seasonal merchandise strategy based on customer needs, product performance, industry trends, and business analytics
Accurately forecast monthly receipts and manage inventory flow
Partner with Planner in developing seasonal financial plans and budgets
Partner with Omni team for online product content/image maintenance
Manage marketing process including marketing proposals, coop, and coordinating samples through effective communications with marketing and vendors
Manage and develop Merchandise Assistants

Qualifications - External

What You Bring

Strong leadership, management, communication, customer service, and organization skills
Agility and ability to perform in a fast paced, changing environment
Exceptionally strong Excel skills (Excel certification is a plus)
Self motivation and an action/resultsoriented mindset
Relationship management with a customer focus
Retail or service experience is a plus

Inclusive Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits, including wellness and healthy lifestyle support, for associates, spouses, domestic partners, and children
Flexible Spending Account for eligible medical and dependent (day care) expenses
Disability Benefits, including Short-Term Disability providing income replacement up to 26 weeks
16 weeks Paid Parental Leave, 2 weeks of Paid