Accessories Merchandiser
Proenza Schouler, New York, NY, United States
Proenza Schouler is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Merchandiser to support the Accessories category, with a focus on handbags and footwear. This role partners closely with merchandising leadership, sales, design, planning and production teams to support assortment strategy, analyze business performance, and manage merchandising operations throughout the product lifecycle. The position provides exposure to product strategy, market insights, and category growth.
All candidates should make sure to read the following job description and information carefully before applying.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates strong product sensibility within the luxury accessories market, and brings both analytical rigor and operational excellence. Direct experience in handbags and footwear merchandising is required.
Responsibilities
Analyze sales performance, assortment productivity, and seasonal trends to inform merchandising strategy. Partner with merchandising and sales teams to identify opportunities within the assortment and support category growth. Prepare market selling recaps, bi-weekly selling reports, and in-season performance analysis. Maintain awareness of the competitive landscape of luxury accessories, particularly within handbags and footwear. Identify assortment opportunities through data analysis and collaboration with design, development, production, and sales teams. Maintain assortment sheets, SKU tracking, and pricing documentation. Support line openings including preparation of line sheets, sales clinic materials, and sample coordination. Communicate assortment updates and ensure all systems and documents are maintained accurately. Manage merchandising systems and documentation including RLM and NuOrder. Maintain line lists, add/drop updates, price change memos, and product knowledge materials. Generate NRF codes and ensure accurate SKU management and reporting.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required. 3–5 years of merchandising experience within luxury or designer fashion. Direct experience in handbags and footwear merchandising required. Strong analytical skills and understanding of retail math. Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities. Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with RLM, NuOrder, Joor, Photoshop and InDesign Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
The targeted base salary range for this role is $70,000-$85,000. Actual salary offered may be outside of this range based on factors such as, relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. xsgimln This role is eligible for company health benefit programs and additional benefits, including participation in an annual performance-based incentive program, a seasonal clothing allowance, and a 401k match program.
All candidates should make sure to read the following job description and information carefully before applying.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates strong product sensibility within the luxury accessories market, and brings both analytical rigor and operational excellence. Direct experience in handbags and footwear merchandising is required.
Responsibilities
Analyze sales performance, assortment productivity, and seasonal trends to inform merchandising strategy. Partner with merchandising and sales teams to identify opportunities within the assortment and support category growth. Prepare market selling recaps, bi-weekly selling reports, and in-season performance analysis. Maintain awareness of the competitive landscape of luxury accessories, particularly within handbags and footwear. Identify assortment opportunities through data analysis and collaboration with design, development, production, and sales teams. Maintain assortment sheets, SKU tracking, and pricing documentation. Support line openings including preparation of line sheets, sales clinic materials, and sample coordination. Communicate assortment updates and ensure all systems and documents are maintained accurately. Manage merchandising systems and documentation including RLM and NuOrder. Maintain line lists, add/drop updates, price change memos, and product knowledge materials. Generate NRF codes and ensure accurate SKU management and reporting.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required. 3–5 years of merchandising experience within luxury or designer fashion. Direct experience in handbags and footwear merchandising required. Strong analytical skills and understanding of retail math. Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities. Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with RLM, NuOrder, Joor, Photoshop and InDesign Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
The targeted base salary range for this role is $70,000-$85,000. Actual salary offered may be outside of this range based on factors such as, relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. xsgimln This role is eligible for company health benefit programs and additional benefits, including participation in an annual performance-based incentive program, a seasonal clothing allowance, and a 401k match program.