Merchandise Coordinator

THE ROLE: Merchandise Assistant / Merchandise Coordinator

We are looking for candidates who want to kick start their merchandising careers with the goal of becoming a Buyer!

The Merchandise Assistant will work with our buying teams to produce and procure the most fashionable and desirable merchandise for Rue La La and Gilt. In this role, you will be provided with training and exposure to purchase order processing, vendor negotiation, online boutique curation, and managing logistics with our warehouse and production teams.

Rue Gilt Groupe is an innovative, passionate, and collaborative work environment where you’ll have the chance to work with the best brands and buying teams in merchandising and e-commerce. Are you ready to get started?

What You’ll Do:

• Generate and track purchase orders for all Rue La La and Gilt boutiques
• Partner with the Fulfillment team to troubleshoot shipping and receiving issues
• Build product assortments with your buyer and influence the styles you see on Rue La La and Gilt
• Select specific products which will be photographed in our on-site studio for on-site Boutiques and marketing materials  
• Work collaboratively with Programming, Planning, Boutique Production, Creative and Marketing everyday to maximize sales

Why You Want to Work Here:

• Growth Potential: You can be eligible for promotion within six months to a year, pending performance
• Development: You’ll participate in our Buying Development Program, which is continuous learning and enrichment for your merchandising career at RGG
• Live our Values: Tenacious, Kind, Collaborative, Passionate, Empowered, Innovative
• Work a hybrid schedule: 2-3 days in our Boston Seaport office 

About You:

At Rue Gilt Groupe, diversity enriches our passion, collaboration, kindness and innovation. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every Associate is empowered to learn, grow and bring their full self to work. Even if you don't check off every qualification in the job description, that's okay. We encourage you to apply to any role that excites you and sparks delight! We can't wait to learn more about you.

• Passionate about Merchandising, e-commerce, and all things fashion!
• 0-1 years’ experience: internships and co-ops are welcome
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel); comfortable with tools in an online environment
• An effective communicator and loves to collaborate with others
• Someone who loves a challenge and won’t back down 
• Looking to be mentored by senior associates

Base Salary Range: $40,000 - $47,000.

Rue Gilt Groupe is committed to providing Associates with equal pay for equal work and carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including prior experience, skills and expertise, location, and internal equity. Our goal is to support, reward and compensate the entire individual. Depending on role eligibility, your offer may also include bonus/commission, equity, 401(k) match, and a variety of benefits. Therefore, final offer amounts may vary from the amount stated.

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