Job Description

Company Description
SSENSE (pronounced [es-uhns]) is a global technology platform operating at the intersection of culture, community, and commerce. Headquartered in Montreal, it features a mix of established and emerging luxury brands across womenswear, menswear, kidswear, and Everything Else™. SSENSE has garnered critical acclaim as both an e-commerce engine and a producer of cultural content, generating an average of 100 million monthly page views. Approximately 80% of its audience is between the ages of 18 to 40. It is privately held and has achieved high double digit annual growth and profitability since its inception.


Reporting to the Associate Manager of Studio Merchandise, the Coordinator, Studio Merchandise will act as a liaison between Logistics, Distribution Center, and Studio Producing, ensuring the efficient flow of goods in and out of the studio. Through proper merchandise planning, he/she will be responsible for tracking shipments and deliveries to the studio and developing efficient stock flow processes for Womenswear, Menswear and/or Everything Else product categories. Working closely with all Studio functions, the ideal candidate is highly collaborative and demonstrates the ability to plan efficiently. Responsabilites Merchandise Management - 80%

• Track the reception and return of products to and from the Distribution Center and monitor the accuracy of inventory and locations at all times
• Conduct product pulls as required
• Liaise between stock receiving, buying, marketing, and ecommerce studio production to establish effective communication of updates
• Work in conjunction with Studio Producing to process and move new merchandise into production according to determined prioritization
• Assist and support the producing team by informing on inbound status (stock, brands, styles, shipments, sizes, etc)
• Control inventory levels and assortment by identifying what merchandise should be kept in the closet according to ecommerce art direction and style guides
• Analyze inventory reports and production trends to ensure balanced merchandise flow in, through, and out of the Studio
• Track and report any inventory issues, such as inaccurate product information and/or defective products and resolve in a timely manner to ensure production timelines are met
• Receive and track all vendor samples for special projects and high traffic launches, recommend production flow and timeline according to the agreed return date

Training and Development - 10%

• Support the Studio Merchandise team with onboarding related tasks, help in developing training materials and participate in providing training on studio production tools and guidelines

Continuous Improvement - 10%

• Collaborate on business initiatives to improve daily operations and productivity as it relates to production processes, standardization, and stock flow efficiency
• Contribute to visual and content production projects to optimize business performance through accurate merchandise planning

Qualifications

• College or University diploma in Fashion Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field an asset
• 2-3 years experience in coordination or logistics within a fashion or e-commerce environment
• Knowledge of textiles and garment care, an asset
• Experience working with apparel, an asset
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets
• Good written and verbal communication skills in both French and English
• Knowledge of WMS systems, an asset
• Understanding of warehouse operations, an asset
• Must be open to working evenings and weekends as required
• Ability to walk 5 km per day with equipment and/or stand for extended periods, when required

Skills

• Fast learner
• Strong work ethic and results-oriented
• Solution-oriented mindset and can-do attitude to overcome challenges
• Team player with a natural ability to build relationships
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and master frequently changing production and project priorities
• Detail oriented with strong time management and organizational skills