Candidates must have proven experience in the B2B wholesale fashion industry.
This includes a strong understanding of wholesale distribution channels, familiarity with industry-specific sales processes, and experience working with fashion brands and retailers.
Company
NHN Global is a technology company that focuses on cultivating valuable platforms and experiences with solutions, services, and tools that connect people and ideas to progress industries forward. Founded in 2018, NHN Global owns and manages different platforms businesses in e-commerce and entertainment. NHN Global is based in Los Angeles and is a subsidiary of NHN in Korea. http://www.nhnglobal.com
Department (http://www.fashiongo.net/CustomerService/AboutUs)
FASHIONGO is the leading B2B wholesale online marketplace that enables the fashion industry to connect and discover new opportunities. Established in 2002 in the heart of the Los Angeles Fashion District, FASHIONGO supports the global wholesale industry to buy and sell the latest trends in fashion & lifestyle on a one-stop platform. With thousands of brands and close to 1 million registered retailers, FASHIONGO provides powerful tools, best-in-class service, and insightful data. Driven by technology, FASHIONGO is how buyers and sellers of all stages shop smarter, sell more, and grow faster. FASHIONGO is part of NHN Global.
Responsibilities
- Vet, onboard, and manage vendors for product merchandising and sourcing.
- Coordinate with vendors to negotiate terms, pricing, and delivery schedules, maintaining optimal inventory levels.
- Create collections by gathering necessary items.
- Assist in planning and executing merchandising strategies to optimize product assortments, maximize sales, and profitability.
- Prepare products in advance for wholesale buyers, considering seasons and holiday periods.
- Analyze seasonal trends and previous sales to maintain appropriate stocking levels.
- Forecast sales trends and adjust merchandising strategies accordingly.
- Conduct market research to explore new categories with potential for revenue growth and communicate with relevant teams.
- Monitor competitor activities and market trends to stay competitive and identify growth opportunities.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams such as PM team, marketing, vendor management teams and logistics to align merchandising strategies with business objectives.
- Understand products and identify selling points for marketing and promotion.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met.
- Collaborate on new product launches, seasonal campaigns, and special projects
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Proven experience in B2B merchandising, wholesale sales, or related roles, with a strong understanding of wholesale markets and client needs.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make strategic decisions.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain professional relationships.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and experience with merchandising software or ERP systems is a plus.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bilingual in Korean and English
- Experience working in the LA Fashion District/ with a distributor
- Understanding the e-Commerce fashion market
- Proficient in MS Office / Excel and Google Analytics
- Experience in e-commerce B2C or B2B marketplace
Benefits
- Annual incentive bonus
- Medical/Dental/Vision coverage for the employee and their dependent families (0% deduction)
- 401(k)
- Life insurance
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage
- Long-term disability benefits
- Health & Dependent Care FSA
- PTO – 15days for the 1st year (+1day every year). Maximum 25days
- Marriage, Bereavement, Parental leave + equivalent subsidy
- Professional Development Assistance
- Employee Service Award
- Company paid lunch when working at the office
- Fully stocked office kitchen (beverage and snacks)
- Free parking
Pay Range
The pay range for this position in Los Angeles, CA is $65,000 - $78,000 (yr); base pay offered may vary "within the range" depending on job-related knowledge, skills and experience.
A full range of medical, 401(k), and/or other benefits on the position will be offered on top of your base pay. Base pay information is based on market location. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations.
