Sales Assistant Lauren Apparel - Bloomingdales & Nordstrom

Ref #

W180144

State/Region

New York

Department

Sales & Customer Support

Location

United States

City

New York

Pay Range: The pay range for this job is $20.6 - $33 per hour; actual pay is dependent on experience and geographic location. We will meet minimum wage and/or any other applicable legal pay requirements based on city, county, and state requirements.

Benefits: Base pay is only one part of our employee value proposition, which includes a robust benefits package, above-market time off, hybrid working arrangements, incentive compensation, where applicable, and varied learning opportunities.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands.

At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Assist Sales Lead in all functions related to the efficient and effective management, coordination, and execution of the Lauren Apparel business at Bloomingdale's & Nordstrom to drive profitable sales and achieve sales goals & objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Sales Lead in driving the Bloomingdale's and Nordstrom businesses through detailed reporting and analysis, market support, and account management
• -Gather, enter and distribute weekly, monthly, and seasonal sales figures. Input data for business analysis, i.e. weekly sales and stock reporting, style selling, door reports, and analyze trends and suggest business-driving actions, i.e. sell in ATS
• -Assist with the development of financial plans, with routine analysis of the business by door to maximize sales opportunities
• -Assist in preparation for all management meetings and market appointments
• -Prepare market materials for showroom appointments. Assist with showroom maintenance prior to and during line opening.
• -Assist in post-market order compilation, submission, and reconciliation
• -Maintain order changes, substitutions, confirmations, and shipping status/order tracking for accounts
• -Support the Retail Development team to help ensure effective execution of retail merchandising and sales strategy by account
• -Assist with the development of business plans by account to achieve sales goals
• -Assist with any ad-hoc projects and tasks on the Lauren team

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

• Demonstrated interest in fashion, retail, merchandising, account management, and/or sales
• Strong written & verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with strong, client-service approach
• Ability to work independently. Self-motivated and able to prioritize effectively
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Ability to thrive in a diverse, fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• Understanding of retail math
• Strong understanding of Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Ralph Lauren will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance laws. Please note background checks will be evaluated individually.