Asst Merchant

 

POSITION: Assistant Merchant

BRAND: Victoria’s Secret International

LOCATION: India

REPORTING: Reports to Merchant

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required 

DESCRIPTION: The Assistant Merchant supports the Merchant/Leader in delivering the volume 

and growth expectations of a book of business, through comprehensive 

management and maintenance of assortment tools. They are the subject matter 

expert in areas including, but not exclusive of, assortment details, SKU 

Management and reporting needs. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: Supports Merchandising team by being the subject matter expert in areas 

including, but not limited to: system utilization, data entry and assortment 

documents 

Manages assortment data in the MAT tool, tracks changes and maintains accuracy 

throughout milestones to ensure deliverables are met 

Maintains assortment sheets and other documents based on changes and 

updates made to systems 

Supporting Monday reporting based on business needs. 

Builds relationships with cross functional partners to facilitate exchange of 

information, best practices, and excellent execution of assortment strategy 

updates 

Assists with design and production coordination 

Consistently demonstrates open mindedness and problem-solving skills 

 

QUALIFICATIONS/

EXPERIENCE: 

1-2 years Retail experience preferred

Availability 12:30-9:30 PM IST and flexibility during milestone timing 

Open minded and strong attention to detail 

Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities 

Excellent communication, prioritization and problem-solving skills 

Ability to be a team player and to foster a commitment to teamwork among 

associates 

Proficiency with some/all of the following systems preferred: Microsoft Excel, MSI 

(Microstrategy), SAP