Assistant Merchandiser

Founded in 2000, FAM Brands designs, manufactures, and sells men’s and women’s sportswear and active wear apparel to major retailers, big box stores, and specialty boutiques across the country and throughout the world. Our portfolio of proprietary brands features Marika, Wildfox, Three Dots, and Balance Collection, while a partial list of licensing partners includes Orvis, Jessica Simpson, Eddie Bauer, and Woolrich. 

With the capacity to produce over 75 million units per year, our mission continues to be making top-quality apparel accessible to everyone at an impressive value and an irresistible price.

That's the FAM Brands difference.

About the Role:
We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Merchandiser to join our growing team. This entry-level position is a great opportunity for someone with 1–2 years of merchandising, product development, or buying experience in the apparel industry. You’ll support the merchandising team in building seasonal assortments, maintaining line sheets, and keeping product development on track from concept to final handoff.

The role is based at our Bell, CA headquarters and will transition to our new Beverly Hills office in early 2026.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Merchandising team with line planning, style creation, and seasonal development

• Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date line sheets, style trackers, and visual assortment tools

• Manage data entry and style setup in PLM (Centric experience is a plus)

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Design, Product Development, Sales) to ensure calendar deliverables are met

• Help prepare for internal and external meetings, including assembling presentation boards and showroom samples

• Track samples and assist with organizing and merchandising the showroom

• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to support seasonal planning

• Take notes during milestone meetings and follow up on key action items

Qualifications:

• 1–2 years of experience in merchandising, buying, product development, or related apparel role

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Working knowledge of Excel and Adobe Illustrator; experience with PLM systems preferred

• Excellent communication and follow-up skills

• Passion for product, fashion trends, and the merchandising process

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Merchandising, or a related field preferred

Additional Information:

• This is an onsite role, 5 days per week

• Our office will be relocating from Bell to Beverly Hills in early 2026