Merchant (Part-Time)

Client Overview: Our client is a global retail organization operating within a fast-paced, product-driven environment. This is a part-time role. Onsite 3 days in NYC. Role Overview: The Merchant supports merchandising, pricing, and product lifecycle functions within a dynamic retail setting. This role operates in a highly autonomous, project-based environment, partnering closely with merchandising leadership to drive insights, reporting, and operational execution. The position requires strong analytical capabilities, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to manage multiple initiatives with minimal oversight.Merchant Responsibilities:Execute price changes, including updating costing based on market factors and developing retail pricing proposalsPrepare executive presentations featuring sales analysis, strategic recommendations, and product lifecycle insightsProduce recurring and ad hoc reporting, including dashboards and sales performance analysisConduct detailed SKU-level analysis, including sales tracking and performance evaluationSupport new product lifecycle processes from concept through launch, including SKU creation and system updatesMaintain product planning files and ensure data accuracy across systemsAnalyze assortment performance and recommend optimization or product retirement strategiesManage supply planning through POS analysis and monthly ordering activitiesMonitor inventory levels and coordinate stock movements across locations for events and store needsPerform stock checks and manage inventory returns for non-retail locationsDevelop pricing models and business scenarios to support merchandising decisionsMaintain and update internal systems to ensure data integrity and accuracyCollaborate cross-functionally with merchandising, planning, and regional teamsExecute ad hoc analyses and special projects in a self-directed environmentMerchant Qualifications:Strong understanding of merchandising and assortment strategyAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills (e.g., formulas, VLOOKUPs, data analysis)Experience in data analysis, reporting, and business insights generationAbility to work independently in a fast-paced, minimally supervised environmentStrong organizational and problem-solving skillsRetail experience preferred, ideally within luxury or adjacent sectors (e.g., apparel, department stores)Prior experience supporting merchandising, planning, or product-focused teams is highly valued

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