Merchandising Assistant

About the jobPosition Title: Merchandising AssistantDepartment: Sales + MerchandisingThe Merchandising Assistant provides essential support to the Director of Merchandising in delivering seasonal product strategies that meet the company's brand vision, customer needs, and financial goals for Tanya Taylor and Delphine. This role is key to maintaining product data accuracy, supporting seasonal line planning, analyzing sales performance, and assisting in cross-functional alignment. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills with a passion for fashion, attention to detail, and an understanding of business drivers.

Key Responsibilities

Seasonal Line Planning & Maintenance

Partner with the Director of Merchandising to support the creation of seasonal line plans for all product categories that align with brand strategy and financial objectivesMaintain accurate product information in RLM, including: Pricing and margin file projections Style naming and delivery assignments Cancellations, additions, and updatesSizing and color name audits ("scrubs")Support management of the merchandising calendar and key milestone trackingSupport with updating key tools to support alignment cross-functionally on deliveries True boards Whitecard Deck (Power Point) RLMAssist in preparation of assortment guides, market tools, and presentation materials for internal and external teams Prepare presentation materials to share during bi-weekly selling, pre-market hindsights, post- market hindsights Pre-market merchandising prep to outline the collection to inform the sales team of repeats, updates and special detailsAnalytics & Business Insights:

Develop a strong understanding of the customer through sales analysis, market insights, and trend monitoringCompile and analyze merchandising reports such as sales projections, booking recaps, and post-season analysesUse selling, bookings, and sell-through data to support and inform, identifying risks and opportunities based on product performance, consumer behavior, and trend shiftsData-driven decisions and business recommendationsConduct ongoing brand, market, and competitive research to inform seasonal strategiesCross-Functional Support:

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Design, Product Development, Marketing, and Sales to execute cohesive seasonal plans.

Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance data accuracy, operational clarity, and team workflow efficiency.

Who You Are

You're a proactive and detail-oriented team player with a positive, solution-driven attitude. You have a natural eye for fashion and trends, paired with an analytical mindset that helps you make smart, data-informed decisions. You thrive in fast-paced environments, balancing creativity with structure, and you're confident using Excel and other tools to turn numbers into clear insights. You're excited by the business side of fashion and eager to contribute to thoughtful strategies that drive results and elevate the brand.

Qualifications & Core Competencies

Bachelor's degree in related field1-2 years' experience in merchandising or product roles within fashion/apparelProficient in Microsoft Excel and merchandising systems (pivot tables, VLookups, XLookups, reporting and presentation Building, RLM knowledge a plus)Solid understanding of retail math and key KPI'sStrong analytical, organizational, and time management skillsExceptional attention to detail and accuracy, and excellent verbal and written communication skillsHighly adaptable in fast-paced, dynamic environmentsCustomer-focused with strong understanding of target marketsData-driven decision maker with trend and performance analysis experienceCollaborative team player supporting cross-functional goalsProactive and solution-oriented with strong initiativeEmployment Type:

• Salary Range: $60,000 - $67,000
• Work type: In person in New York Office
• Reports To: Director of MerchandisingAbout Tanya TaylorTanya Taylor is a New York-based womenswear brand whose mission is to create clothing that inspires confidence, celebration and community. Through the artful use of color, texture and original hand-painted prints, each collection is thoughtfully designed with its customers in mind. The brand currently has flagship stores in New York City and Greenwich, with a third location planned for Toronto in Fall 2026. Tanya Taylor is also available at leading retailers including Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdale's, and Shopbop, and has been worn by inspirational women including Michelle Obama, Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, Tracee Ellis Ross, Beyoncé, Emily Blunt, and America Ferrera.