PERRY ELLIS INTERNATIONAL INC
Merchandiser (Creative Design)
SUMMARY:
Perry Ellis is seeking a Merchandiser to manage the development and execution of fashion product in accordance with agreed upon design, pricing and brand strategy.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee and maintain design calendar and development process to ensure timely completion.
Executes merchandising strategies and seasonal line plans to build profitable assortments that will meet internal margin goals.
Manages national marketing strategies to finalize pricing and margins with sales, planning, sourcing and management
Understand target customer….shop retail stores to provide competitive analysis to enhance brand strategies and opportunities
Research in conjunction with design new fabrics and concepts and communicate market trends to identify new business opportunities
Analyze retail sales with planning and design team to identify opportunities
Support sales staff in all design related needs
Work with marketing department to ensure brand image is consistent
Attend market appointments with accounts as necessary
Interface with all functional areas of the business (design, sales, sourcing, marketing) to maintain common vision for the brand
Responsible for creating and adhering to annual budgets for samples and travel
Work directly with upper management on all facets of merchandising and design projects
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of product development process
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to prioritize and multitask
Strong analytical and decision making skills
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
3-5 years merchandising experience
BA or BS Degree
Must have ability to present a professional and informative product and trend assortment to those both inside and outside the organization
Proficient in MS Office and Google
Knowledge of product development process and brand management
Knowledge of retail math