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ASSISTANT MERCHANT II

Dia & Co - New York, NY, United States - Hybrid

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FULLBEAUTY Brands is a premier online and catalog marketplace specializing in plus-size fashion and lifestyle products. The Assistant Merchant II role supports merchandising and product execution for assigned brands and categories, with a focus on drop ship and national brand operations. You will report to a Merchant or Senior Merchant and partner cross-functionally across Planning, Drop Ship Operations, Logistics, and eCommerce teams. Key responsibilities include: • Building and maintaining strong relationships with drop ship suppliers and national brand vendors • Coordinating end-to-end drop ship style setup, including item creation, assortment selection, pricing, imagery, copy, and product activation • Managing the complete drop ship onboarding process to ensure accurate, timely product launches • Performing quality assurance reviews for product photography, categorization, descriptions, pricing, and naming conventions • Attending vendor meetings to support national brand assortment selection and product strategy • Creating, tracking, and managing national brand purchase orders with timely follow-up • Conducting competitive market analysis to identify emerging trends and assortment opportunities • Analyzing sales performance metrics and KPIs to provide actionable recommendations for product and revenue optimization • Utilizing historical sales data to identify opportunities for assortment optimization and business improvement • Supporting additional merchandising, operational, and analytical projects as needed The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, analytical ability, and the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. You will work in a hybrid arrangement at the corporate office with business casual attire. REQUIREMENTS: • Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or a related field • 3–5 years of experience in merchandising, buying, or product-related roles with strong focus on product development and business analysis • Strong analytical skills and experience interpreting sales and KPI data to support product and business decisions • Exceptional organizational and time management skills with ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines • Proven cross-functional collaboration skills • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word • Experience with PLM, ERP, or other merchandising systems is a plus • Passion for product with an eye for trend, fit, and customer preference

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