Assistant Manager Merchandising - New York

At Richemont Americas, we aspire to reflect the ever-changing world around us. We are proud to employ talent from many different backgrounds, experiences, and identities to build a continually evolving, inclusive community where the diversity of our colleagues and clients is rich and celebrated. We believe when inclusion is fully embraced and empowered, creativity and knowledge emerge to deliver excellence, advancing the community that is uniquely Richemont Americas.

ASSISTANT MANAGER, MERCHANDISING

MTB| NYC

Reports to: Senior Merchandising Manager

Role Overview

The Assistant Manager, Merchandising will support the execution of merchandising strategies for select product categories in North America, with a retail-first and client-centric approach, while contributing to regional initiatives across the Americas.

This role will help drive sales, maximize sell-through, and improve operational efficiency by partnering with cross-functional teams and working closely with HQ to adapt global strategies for the regional market. The position reports to the Senior Manager, Merchandising.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Manager, Merchandising in the daily management of assigned product categories.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the merchandising team, including reporting, file management, and product sample coordination.
• Identify business opportunities, mitigate risks, and recommend and track actionable plans to improve performance.
• Develop and implement merchandising strategies for assigned categories.
• Participate in annual/biannual buying sessions in Europe.
• Gather and consolidate product feedback from sales channels to inform assortment planning and strengthen North America’s market positioning.
• Ensure regional needs are clearly represented to HQ, building strong partnerships and advocating for North America in global discussions.
• Partner with Planning & Allocation to ensure efficient execution of merchandising strategies.
• Track and report on product performance through regular weekly, monthly, and quarterly analyses.
• Support the team in preparing presentations and executive recaps to communicate strategies and results.
• Build strong partnerships with store teams and corporate functions to foster collaboration.
• Contribute to regional projects for the AVP, Merchandising Americas
• Perform special projects as assigned

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of experience in merchandising, buying, planning, or a related field (luxury retail a plus)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Solid understanding of retail math and merchandising processes
• Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication skills

• Advanced proficiency in Excel
• SAP and Looker experience preferred

Richemont offers a generous compensation and benefits package for eligible employees. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

We Offer

Employee wellbeing is a top priority at Richemont. We offer a comprehensive benefits program to support employees and their loved ones. Our core benefits include medical, dental, and vision programs. Health savings and flexible spending accounts are also available. The company offers income protection solutions including life insurance, disability benefits, and 401(k) with employer match. Understanding the importance of work-life balance, our total rewards include paid time off, a wellness reimbursement benefit, and access to the employee assistance program. Employees are encouraged to make a difference in their local communities with volunteer days off, supporting initiatives that drive change.

At Richemont, We Craft the Future!

Expected Salary Range: $75K-$85K

Salary will be determined based on relevant skills and experience.