Assistant Merchant

Knix

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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About

Knix is an award-winning intimate apparel and activewear brand that is re-inventing intimates for real life. Through our innovative products and our engaged community, we are empowering people everywhere to be unapologetically free. Launched in 2013, we are one of the fastest-growing intimate apparel brands in North America and are globally recognized as an innovator within the apparel space. We reach over 3 million customers through our online stores, Knix retail locations across North America and channels such as wholesale and Amazon. We are revolutionizing the apparel industry with our best-in-class customer experience, innovative products and brands Knix and Kt by Knix. Come join us if you are looking for a purpose-driven and authentic career
Knix is searching for an Assistant Merchant to work closely with the Merchandising and Planning teams to bring great products to our customers. Reporting to a Merchandise Manager, the Assistant Merchant will play a pivotal role in assortment creation, purchase order management, and data coordination. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, a passion for products and the retail industry. About You

Collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and enjoys working cross-functionally

Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills, able to build and maintain positive relationships with cross-functional partners

Proactive problem-solver who is adaptable and able to juggle multiple priorities effectively

Comfortable handling a large volume of data with accuracy and attention to detail

Passionate about contributing to a brand committed to inclusivity, diversity, and empowering individuals of all backgrounds

Committed to upholding Knix's values and delivering exceptional results that drive business growth and customer satisfaction

Above all, you're proactive, positive and inspired by Knix, MTND., Kt. by Knix and our mission

The Opportunity

Assortment Creation: Support the merchandising team in developing and executing merchandising strategies. Support with the setup and maintenance of line plans and assortment plans

Item Creation and Data Management: Assist in creating SKUs and UPCs. Input and maintain SKU lists across platforms and reconcile any discrepancies. Including costing, size scales, colour codes and item attributes within Netsuite & Toolio

Purchase Order Creation and Management: Handling the export and upload of purchase orders. Collaborate with the Sourcing team on PO adjustments

Documentation and Reporting: Update weekly reports, and manage launch guides

Collaboration: Build strong relationships with key partners and cross-functional stakeholders, ensuring smooth operations and supporting merchandising initiatives. Including Digi-Merch, Visual Merchandising, IT, and Marketing

Other Duties: Manage market research, ad-hoc reporting, and miscellaneous projects as needed

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Fashion Merchandising, Business or Management preferred

Previous experience in merchandising, product management, or related roles, preferably in the apparel industry

Intermediate knowledge of Excel (VLOOKUPS, Pivot Tables) and experience with merchandising software/tools (e.g., retail planning systems, product lifecycle management software, basic Adobe Illustrator)

Strong analytical skills and proficiency in retail math

Strong organizational skills

Ability to communicate with cross-functional partners and build consensus

Creative thinking and a passion for staying abreast of market trends and consumer preferences

How we Hire
Our people are what make Knix, Knix Our people are passionate and have a strong belief in our mission. Our people are naturally curious and ambitious by nature. Employees feel respected and supported at Knix. We take an inclusive and equitable approach offering the same interview experience to every candidate we meet with. Knix is an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate everyone and their intersecting identities. We know and believe that diverse and inclusive teams empower us to make better decisions and inspire innovation so that we can better serve our customers and community. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations and will work with you to meet your needs. If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the application process, please don't hesitate to reach out We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Languages

English

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