Company Overview

Perry Ellis International, Inc. represents a diverse portfolio of lifestyle apparel brands. The Company, through its wholly owned subsidiaries owns and licenses nationally and with a brand portfolio of over 42 Brands domestically and internationally recognized brands including: Perry Ellis®, Original Penguin® by Munsingwear®, Laundry by Shelli Segal®, Rafaella®, Cubavera®, Ben Hogan®, Savane®, Grand Slam®, John Henry®, Manhattan®, Axist® and Farah®. The Company enhances its roster of brands by licensing trademarks from third parties, including: Nike®  for swimwear, and Callaway®, PGA TOUR®, and Jack Nicklaus® for golf apparel.

Responsibilities: 

Merchandising/Design

• Key Interface with Brand Merchandising and Design Team for seasonal design info and brand direction
• Coordinate seasonal trend presentations to be made by  Brand Merchandising and Design
• Supply each licensee with color and trend direction  
• Coordinate and ensure adherence to design/merchandising calendars
• Assist Director in coordination of international distributor’s seasonal assortment to ensure global brand alignment & market relevance
• Ensure prompt approval/comments on all submitted designs
• Category expert on trend and competition (positioning, pricing, and product mix)
• Line sheet coordination - Document all product approvals
• Highlight potential line extensions and new business opportunities
• Set up seasonal apparel and accessories overviews with Sales & Design, as needed
• Facilitate the fulfillment of all licensee requests, i.e. swatches, prints, hardware, etc.

Reporting

• Partner with teams to collect reporting, format reporting, monitor sales performance, and share findings with Director

Marketing

• Key interface between Brand Marketing and Licensees
• Maintain and update licensee website for all product categories created internally and any marketing/PR and advertising materials
• Prepare and distribute brand updates
• Initiate Project requests and oversee to final approval and production
• Ensure adherence to brand standards and collect materials for the libraries:
• Logos
• Labels
• Collateral
• In-Store Visuals
• Trade Advertising
• Fixturing
• Category expert on trend and competition (collateral, advertising, in-store fixturing/shops, retail    space, etc.)
• Compile information for brand books/kits
• Marketing communication to/from Licensees
• Facilitate sample requests for PR /Shoots
• Maintain product libraries: (samples & closet)
• Maintain category exploratory

Essential Skills

• Strong Communication: Effectively communicate and coordinate with both internal teams and external licensees
• Organizational Skills: Multitask in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment and maintain strong planning skills to manage calendars and deadlines.  
• Trend Awareness & Product Sensibility: A keen understanding of global market trends, design, and fashion concepts
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with various stakeholders to achieve common goals
• Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Photoshop and Illustrator (preferred)

Qualifications:          

College Graduate

2+ years experience- Sales (retail or wholesale), Merchandising/Buying, Marketing or Brand Management

Salary offered will be commensurate with experience. For this New York based position, the expected base salary is $27.00 - $28.85/hour. 

Legal Disclaimer:

Perry Ellis International is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their individual background and characteristics. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, and termination. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the company's commitment to equal employment opportunities.

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