Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from USA Legwear
Job overview
The Assistant Merchandiser at USA Legwear supports the Senior Merchandiser in maintaining brand DNA and aesthetic, overseeing merchandising, design, and sales activities to maximize sales and profitability.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves assisting in seasonal line plans, pricing structures, product performance analysis, data integrity in product management systems, sample and showroom management, line sheet publication, presentation preparation, business recap compilation, cross-functional communication, attending meetings, relationship building with licensors, market research, and collaboration with design, sales, sourcing, and marketing teams.
Compensation and benefits
The annual salary starts at $55,000 with additional benefits discussed during the interview process; total compensation package details are not fully disclosed.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a bachelor's degree preferred, at least 1 year of licensing or merchandising experience, strong communication and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, multitasking ability, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and knowledge of SAP, PLM, and Airtable is a plus.
Company overview
USA Legwear is a leading manufacturer and distributor specializing in socks, hosiery, and related legwear products for men, women, and children, supplying major retailers and private label brands across North America. The company generates revenue through large-scale production contracts, licensing agreements with well-known brands, and direct-to-retail partnerships, leveraging its vertically integrated supply chain and design capabilities. Founded by industry veterans, USA Legwear has built a reputation for innovation, quality, and speed-to-market, often collaborating with fashion labels and athletic brands to expand its product offerings. Candidates should be aware of the company’s emphasis on operational efficiency, trend-driven product development, and its strategic role in the competitive apparel supply chain. USA Legwear’s adaptability and focus on customer relationships have positioned it as a key player in the legwear and hosiery industry.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your merchandising support experience, especially in assisting with seasonal line plans, pricing structures, and product assortment decisions to align with USA Legwear’s brand DNA and aesthetic.
Emphasize proficiency with data management systems like SAP or Visulon, strong Excel skills including VLOOKUP and PivotTables, and your ability to maintain data integrity and organize samples and showroom materials efficiently.
Apply through multiple channels including USA Legwear’s corporate career site, LinkedIn job postings, and other job boards to maximize your application reach for the Assistant Merchandiser role.
Connect on LinkedIn with current merchandising or sales team members at USA Legwear; use ice breakers such as commenting on recent product launches, asking about the brand’s approach to seasonal planning, or inquiring about cross-functional collaboration within the merchandising team.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description such as 'seasonal line plans,' 'pricing structures,' 'SAP,' 'product management system,' 'merchandising,' and 'cross-functional communication' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
Leverage Jennie Johnson’s Power Apply feature to automate tailored resume submission across multiple platforms and identify relevant USA Legwear contacts on LinkedIn, allowing you to focus your energy on networking and interview preparation.
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