Assistant Merchant
Department: Merchandising
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Austin, Texas
Reporting To: Emily Asci
Description
Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Four Hands is the leading global designer and wholesaler of lifestyle home furnishings. We provide an elevated feel to the distinct pieces we design by blending styles, materials, and textures from all around the world.
We design, manufacture, and distribute our products and support the growing needs of large retail chains, e-commerce businesses, independent regional stores, and interior designers. Four Hands has received numerous recognition and accolades, including ranking in the Inc. 5000 list 14 times and being one of Austin's Top Workplaces for 2018, 2021, 2022, and 2023 which couldn't have been possible without our employees.
Our employees matter and so do their career. We know that they are our greatest strength. We strive to support and create an all-inclusive learning environment to equip our employees with the knowledge, skills, and abilities that will help foster their personal and professional attributes. Valuing the whole person is what Four Hands is all about.
Our Merchant team is seeking a talented, versatile Assistant Merchant to join our team. This position will maintain data integrity, support product strategies, and stay informed about market trends as well as close collaboration with cross-functional teams like Marketing, Sales, and Product Development.
In This Role
Our employees are the heart of our company, their professional and personal well-being in and out of the office is what we care about the most. What we offer:
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Austin, Texas
Reporting To: Emily Asci
Description
Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Four Hands is the leading global designer and wholesaler of lifestyle home furnishings. We provide an elevated feel to the distinct pieces we design by blending styles, materials, and textures from all around the world.
We design, manufacture, and distribute our products and support the growing needs of large retail chains, e-commerce businesses, independent regional stores, and interior designers. Four Hands has received numerous recognition and accolades, including ranking in the Inc. 5000 list 14 times and being one of Austin's Top Workplaces for 2018, 2021, 2022, and 2023 which couldn't have been possible without our employees.
Our employees matter and so do their career. We know that they are our greatest strength. We strive to support and create an all-inclusive learning environment to equip our employees with the knowledge, skills, and abilities that will help foster their personal and professional attributes. Valuing the whole person is what Four Hands is all about.
Our Merchant team is seeking a talented, versatile Assistant Merchant to join our team. This position will maintain data integrity, support product strategies, and stay informed about market trends as well as close collaboration with cross-functional teams like Marketing, Sales, and Product Development.
In This Role
- Own data integrity of core Merchandising reporting and tools
- Perform regular audits on key Merchandising metrics and values
- Assist Senior Merchant/Merchant with assortment line plans and execution of product strategy
- Constantly be in the market in order to maintain awareness of trends and opportunities (i.e. competitive shopping in retail, online, trend sources, etc.)
- Work closely with cross-functional teams such as Marketing, Sales, Product Development, and Planning
- Uphold our Core Values and be a valuable member of the Four Hands Team
- Other duties as assigned by Management
- 1+ years of work experience in an Assistant Merchant or related role
- Bachelor's Degree preferred
- Adept in Microsoft Suite, specifically Excel
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Highly motivated individual with an attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
- Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities
- Strong attention to detail
- Proactive demeanor to solve problems and win at all levels
- Excellent time management skills
Our employees are the heart of our company, their professional and personal well-being in and out of the office is what we care about the most. What we offer:
- People First Culture – Flexible workspace, summer Friday hours, fully stocked kitchen, social outings & more!
- Career Development
- Tuition Assistance Program
- FTO Policy with a paid day off on your Birthday
- Free comprehensive Employee Health Care Benefits (Health/Dental/Vision) and 401(k) + match
- Paid parental leave for both Moms and Dads!
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Seniority level
Associate -
Employment type
Full-time -
Job function
Sales and Business Development -
Industries
Wholesale
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