Merchandising Assistant

Who We Are

Touchstone Accessories was founded in 1990, fueled by a vision: to become a global leader in the manufacturing and distribution of fashion jewelry and accessories for the world’s largest fashion retailers and brands. Led by an experienced team, with offices in London, LA and Qingdao, Touchstone offers a complete portfolio of services tailored to our client’s needs in the design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution, sales, branding and marketing of women’s and men’s fashion jewelry and accessories.

About the Job

Touchstone Accessories is looking to hire an extremely motivated and driven Merchandising Assistant with proactive communication and strong multi-tasking skills. This role requires a blend of organizational prowess, attention to detail, and a keen understanding of fashion jewelry and accessories to contribute to the success of the buying/sales team.

Office Hours: This position is part-time to start at 30 hours per week with potential for full-time based on performance and business needs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean organized showroom with collections arranged by relevant season
• Keep showroom merchandised and related supplies stocked
• Manage sample shipments to major retail accounts including sample tracking, return requests, and sample return check-ins
• Photograph new product samples to create high-quality images for sales purposes
• Support the creation and maintenance of visual merchandising displays in the physical showrooms
• Ensure online products are accurately labeled, priced, and showcased to attract customer interest
• Process Purchase Orders ensuring all information is accurate
• Manage PP (Pre-Production) and TOP (Top of Production) samples ensuring they meet quality standards and align with client specifications
• Communicate with our TS China team to track orders, samples, and resolve any discrepancies
• Verify that product descriptions, specifications, and information on barcodes and labels are accurate and complete
• Conduct market research to stay informed about industry trends and customer preferences
• Prepare and distribute regular reports on sales performance, inventory levels, and merchandising activities
• Provide administrative assistance to the Merchandising manager as needed

Requirements

·      A bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, Marketing or a related field

·      Previous experience in merchandising, retail, or a related role preferred

·      Understanding of fashion trends, brands, and the overall dynamics of the fashion industry

·      Strong organizational and multitasking skills with a keen attention to detail 

·      Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Professional email etiquette is required!

·      Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment 

·      Proactive attitude in anticipating challenges and proposing solutions

·      Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

·      In-office role in Hollywood – must be located in LA county

Perks/Benefits of Working at Touchstone Accessories:

·      Paid holiday and sick days

·      Coffee, water, and sparkling water provided daily in the office

·      Free lunches for the team every Tuesdays and Thursdays

Hourly Salary Range: $21-$25: Offer placement within this range is based on a variety of factors including prior relevant experience, qualifications, and skill set.