Assistant Merchant (12-month contract)

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 a self-starter, 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