Assistant Merchant - Knix, Toronto

Position Summary

Knix, an award-winning intimate apparel and activewear brand, is revolutionizing intimates for real life. As one of North America's fastest-growing apparel brands, Knix empowers people everywhere to be unapologetically free through innovative products and an engaged community. With a global reputation as an innovator in the apparel space, Knix reaches over 3 million customers via online stores, retail locations, wholesale, and Amazon, offering best-in-class customer experience with brands like Knix and Kt by Knix.

We are searching for a dedicated Assistant Merchant to join our dynamic team in Toronto, ON. Reporting to a Merchandise Manager, this 12-month contract role is pivotal in bringing great products to our customers. You will work closely with the Merchandising and Planning teams, focusing on assortment creation, purchase order management, and essential data coordination. This position requires strong analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a genuine passion for products and the retail industry.

What You'll Bring

The ideal candidate for this Assistant Merchant role at Knix is a proactive and collaborative individual with a strong commitment to our mission. You thrive in fast-paced environments, possess excellent communication skills, and are adept at managing multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy with large volumes of data. Your passion for inclusivity and diversity aligns with Knix's values, driving exceptional results and customer satisfaction.

• Collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and enjoys working cross-functionally
• Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills, able to build and maintain positive relationships with cross-functional partners
• Proactive problem-solver who is adaptable and able to juggle multiple priorities effectively
• Comfortable handling a large volume of data with accuracy and attention to detail
• Passionate about contributing to a brand committed to inclusivity, diversity, and empowering individuals of all backgrounds
• Committed to upholding Knix's values and delivering exceptional results that drive business growth and customer satisfaction
• A self-starter, positive and inspired by Knix, MTND., Kt. by Knix and our mission

To succeed in this merchandising management support role, you will also need specific qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Fashion Merchandising, Business or Management preferred
• Previous experience in merchandising, product management, or related roles, preferably in the apparel industry
• Intermediate knowledge of Excel (VLOOKUPS, Pivot Tables) and experience with merchandising software/tools (e.g., retail planning systems, product lifecycle management software, basic Adobe Illustrator)
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in retail math
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to communicate with cross-functional partners and build consensus
• Creative thinking and a passion for staying abreast of market trends and consumer preferences

Your Impact

As an Assistant Merchant, you will play a crucial role in the lifecycle of Knix products, from initial concept to customer delivery. Your contributions will directly support the merchandising team in executing strategies that bring innovative apparel products to market, ensuring smooth operations and strong collaboration across departments. This position offers a significant opportunity to develop your experience in product management and merchandising within a leading Canadian brand.

• Assortment Creation: Support the merchandising team in developing and executing merchandising strategies, including the setup and maintenance of line plans and assortment plans.
• Item Creation and Data Management: Assist in creating SKUs and UPCs, inputting and maintaining SKU lists across platforms, and reconciling discrepancies, including costing, size scales, colour codes, and item attributes within Netsuite & Toolio.
• Purchase Order Creation and Management: Handle the export and upload of purchase orders and collaborate with the Sourcing team on PO adjustments.
• Documentation and Reporting: Update weekly reports and manage launch guides.
• Collaboration: Build strong relationships with key partners and cross-functional stakeholders, including Digi-Merch, Visual Merchandising, IT, and Marketing, ensuring smooth operations and supporting merchandising initiatives.
• Other Duties: Manage market research, ad-hoc reporting, and miscellaneous projects as needed.

Compensation and Perks

Knix values transparency, especially regarding compensation. This Assistant Merchant role offers a starting annual salary of $55,000, reflecting candidates developing new skills within the position. Salaries can increase based on proficiency, mastery, and deep institutional knowledge gained over time. Your specific offer will be tailored to your unique experience and our team's current needs.

Beyond your regular pay, Knix believes in supporting your whole life with a comprehensive rewards package:

• 100% coverage of premiums for health, dental, and Health Spending Account (HSA) through our benefits provider, including generous coverage for paramedical services, mental health support, and vision care.
• Access to Dialogue, an app for virtual coaching, therapy, and legal counseling.
• 3 Floater Days and 10 Sick Days every year.
• 4 extra paid days off attached to Victoria Day, Canada Day, Civic Holiday, and Labour Day to extend long weekends.
• Paid Parental Leave plan topping up salary to 80% for 24 weeks (nearly 6 months), available to birthing parents, partners, and parents via adoption or surrogacy.
• GRSP Match program (up to 3% match).
• $500 annual development budget.
• 50% discount on Knix products.