Assistant Brand Manager Jobs

General Summary

Responsible for assisting the Exclusive Brand manager team through the full development process. This role performs the daily administrative and operational functions necessary for the development of each Exclusive Brand. Requires an understanding of the Exclusive Brand business and relevant cross functional roles.

**This person will work out of our DSW Columbus offices 1 day a week and the balance will be work from home.

Reports to: Senior Exclusive Brand Manager

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supports vendor communication where necessary
• Maintains sample library of confirmation and TOP samples by brand
• Establishes & maintains brand photo libraries by season
• Attends all product development meetings and takes detailed notes to recap each milestone
• Shares & processes line sheets (vendor, style, color, price, FOB etc.)
• Owns sample process through assortment alignment
• Schedules & organizes all product development meetings by booking vendor rooms and time on buyers’ calendars
• Prepares photo recaps from each milestone meeting and shopping trips
• Prints and distributes reports on Mondays
• Manages brand artwork communication internally and externally
• Manages internal Exclusive Brand calendar
• Compiles all recap documents and photos used throughout development process
• Completes all necessary prep for meetings when advised
• Generates reporting as directed by brand managers

Required Skills:

• Knowledge of Jesta System
• Exposure to buying process
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Retail math skills
• Fluent in Excel and Microsoft Outlook
• Knowledge of Retail Industry
• Strong communication, organization, and analytical skills
• High Level of professionalism

Experience:

• 1 year equivalent experience, preferred

Education:

• B.S. Degree in Retail Merchandising, Marketing or Business or equivalent experience