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Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, we are known for modern classic style that's both timeless and timely, fine quality craftsmanship and gracious service. At Talbots relationships are the key to our business, we hire individuals who bring new ideas to the table, understand smart risk taking and can enhance an already thriving culture. With a commitment to offer modern classic style for every body type, through a full range of sizes, inclusive to every woman in your life.

Launched by Talbots in October 2020, Haven Well Within empowers women to prioritize their wellbeing at home so they realize their full potential in the world. We believe in the importance of enhancing our lives by taking time for ourselves and thoroughly enjoying every moment of life while being at home. Our homes should be a place of comfort where we feel nourished, contented and encouraged to dream. Haven Well Within offers a beautifully curated collection of life-bettering products to do just that. Haven Well Within is available in select Talbots stores and online.

In Merchandising, we are committed to your growth and development. If you are looking for an opportunity to thrive in a fast paced, dynamic environment then keep reading!

What We Offer:

• Growth! Here at Talbotsour goal is to give you the opportunities to grow with us. Our Performance Feedback Program allows for healthy career conversations and goal setting throughout the year.

• Condensed Work Week! If we have no work obligations and have fulfilled our 40-hour week, our Life-Work balance approach allows for us to start our weekend at 1pm on Fridays.

• Complete Benefit Package! Our benefits kick off the first day of the month after your start date! Discover more about our full benefits package here. We have competitive time off, including paid time to volunteer within the community.

• Merchandise Discounts! Our associates receive 50% off Talbots and select Haven Well Within brand items. Additionally, you may also be eligible for discounts at the brands across KnitWell Group.

What You’ll Do:

This position actively assists the team with reporting, line building, and PO creation while supporting the department through the entire product lifecycle. It is an excellent opportunity for someone to learn about Merchandising and be part of the go-to-market process.

• Prepare weekly/monthly/quarterly reporting and perform additional ad hoc analytical assignments as requested

• Monitor and track purchase orders and inventory through receipt reconciliation process

• Organize samples for every season; ensure all photo samples are accurate and follow proper protocol for incorrect samples.

• Work cross functionally with other partners and teams to ensure accurate product representation for photo shoots and floor sets

• Provide data for copy cards for all items in line and on catalog

• Issue Purchase Orders by size for Apparel, Non-Apparel & Intimates

• Prepare Image Decks for Web Team

Who You Are:

• Bachelor’s degree

• 0-2 years’ experience

• Broad-based business acumen with the potential to grow to the Merchant level and beyond!

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel skills to include VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and numerical formulation or and have aptitude to learn these technical applications quickly.

• Knowledge and familiarity with Power Point & Excel to be able to create decks and presentations

• Innate sense of fashion and ability to analyze and translate trends

• Strong communication and organizational skills, ability to multitask and work collaboratively

• Excellent attention to detail, understands importance of accuracy and thorough completion of tasks

• Ability to hit concurrent deadlines, manage and prioritize own workload

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Equal Employment Opportunity
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.