Provide support to the Senior Vice President and Retail Department at this high-end, recognized contemporary lifestyle brand. As this executive’s Assistant, you will take charge of creating a unique retail experience and ensuring that the brand continues to be a competitive player in the marketplace. Utilize your commitment to excellence through versatile administrative duties and oversee the continued success of an incredible product line.

Ideal candidates will have a fashion or creative background. Must have 2-5 years of recent EA experience.

Incredible opportunity for a Senior Merchandise Manager/Senior Buyer to join the talented team of this international luxury retail/wholesale company!  We are looking for someone to oversee the buying and distribution of RTW merchandise in accordance with company-wide strategic business plans for 46 stores.  If you are ready to refine your skill set, build upon your solid foundation of merchandising/buying experience, and establish your career with one of the most recognized and respected names in the luxury retail industry, we’d like to see your resume.

Core functions include:

• Overseeing the management, updating, and reviewing of the open-to-buy (OTB)
• Selecting/placing seasonal market orders in Paris
• Projecting seasonal sales
• Managing trunk show schedules for all doors and hosting all seasonal trunk shows as needed
• Reviewing weekly sales reports to ensure that sales and stretch are achieved
• Placing and confirming reorders as needed
• Overseeing the management return-to-vendors (RTVs)
• Reviewing and following up with deliveries
• Managing stock placement for new doors
• Placing and confirming special orders as needed
• Managing inventory for store events
• Recapping show and incentive results
• Stocking projections and reviewing sales and net receipts
• Preparing markdowns (preparing selection and negotiating with Paris office)
• Reviewing sales results on advertising campaigns and catalogue styles
• Overseeing the preparation and review of various merchandising, buying, and sales reports

This position is perfect for a passionate self-starter with strategic agility, strong leadership skills, and the ability to think outside of the box when analyzing business challenges.  Your excellent organizational skills, the ability to react quickly to changing demands, and a drive for results will make you the perfect match.  To be considered, candidates should also possess 4-6 years of prior merchandising experience (preferably in luxury retail), advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, and the ability for frequent travel.  We are looking for someone refined, polished, and highly in-tune with the luxury market.

To apply, please send your resume with “Senior Merchandise Manager/Buyer” in the subject heading.

fourthFLOOR fashion talent has an amazing freelance opportunity for a skilled apparel DESIGNER with one of the biggest names in the business. We place New York’s savviest and most fashion-intuitive professionals in exclusive positions with high-end brands. 

Qualified candidates MUST have:

• Experience working with women’s, men’s, or children’s apparel
• Experience designing woven’s or cut and sew/sweaters
• Candidate must have 2-3 years experience.
• Proficiency in Photoshop and Illustrator

This is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door! To apply, please send resumes in Word format to nyfreelance@fourthfloorfashion.com.

Amazing opportunity to advance your career as the Juniors and Girls Tech Designer for this leading fashion company! We are looking for a detail-oriented team player to jump right in and use his or her excellent communication skills, strong knack for time management, and resourcefulness under pressure as an integral part of this top-performing team. In this project-oriented role, you will issue initial specs, work with the merchandising and design teams to ensure initial specs embody the intended aesthetic, conduct all fittings, and communicate fit comments to domestic and overseas vendors. This fantastic position offers the right candidate the chance to shine!

To be considered, you MUST have:

Fabulous opportunity for a highly experienced Product Manager to join this creative and successful firm as the Product Manager for this Women’s/Junior’s Lifestyle Brand! We are looking for a sharp individual to oversee the continued growth of an amazing product line and launch new offerings that complement the firm’s overall portfolio. This is a unique opportunity to collaborate with other internal departments and watch your ideas come to life! If you are a forward thinking individual with a solid foundation of fashion experience, this is the perfect position for you.

Core Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the overall strategic direction of this brand. Maintain the consistency of the brand image, plan longevity in the industry, and grow market share.
• Work with internal designers to conduct research and analysis of the marketplace to define new product ideas.
• Develop detailed plans and timelines with designers. Assist with the final stages of new product development - including price points and sales targets.
• Ensure that all stages of the product development cycle are well aligned with the merchandise planning strategy.
• Collaborate with sales and management teams to guarantee that each product’s category is on track
• Set clear targets and goals prior to each season’s launch. Measure success rate against previous year.

This is a one of a kind position for a self-starter who thinks strategically, has excellent leadership skills, and a strong ability to respond to business challenges. Your excellent organizational skills, superior multitasking skills, and natural drive to bring in top results will make you successful in this role! Candidates must have impressive brand management experience and footwear product background to be considered.  To apply, please send your resume in Word format with “Brand Manager” in the subject line.

Wholesale Wholesale account executives needed for some of the best, higher-end fashion companies in NYC.

We are seeking polished, articulate, driven wholesale professionals with a CURRENT book of business.

The following qualifications are required in order to be considered:

• MINIMUM three years in women’s RTW or accessory wholesale sales
• Relevant relationships with higher-end specialty stores and/or majors
• Strong retail math

Wholesale account executives needed for some of the best, higher-end fashion companies in NYC.

We are seeking polished, articulate, driven wholesale professionals with a CURRENT book of business.

The following qualifications are required in order to be considered:

• MINIMUM three years in women’s RTW or accessory wholesale sales
• Relevant relationships with higher-end specialty stores and/or majors
• Strong retail math

Salaries ranging from $45k - $200k

Innovative design team is looking for a talented and highly-driven men’s and women’s Technical Designer to join their group.  Bring your solid background of design principles and your passion for the creative arts industry and you’ll quickly  advance your career in this exciting role! Candidates must be open to a freelance position.

The ideal candidate should have solid industry experience, at least 3+ years working in a similar position, and be highly proficient using Illustrator. Strong understanding of fit and garment construction is imperative. Great opportunity to work with the best in the industry! Only qualified candidates with pertinent experience will be contacted.

Please send your resume in Word format with “Technical Designer” in the subject line.  Salary commensurate with experience.

fourthFLOOR fashion talent has an amazing freelance opportunity for a skilled apparel TECHNICAL DESIGNER with one of the biggest names in the business. We place New York’s savviest and most fashion-intuitive professionals in exclusive positions with high-end brands.

Qualified candidates MUST have:

• Experience working with women’s, men’s, or children’s apparel
• Experience Technical designing woven’s or cut and sew/sweaters
• Candidate must have 2-3 years experience.
• Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, and Excel

This is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door! To apply, please send resumes in Word format to nyfreelance@fourthfloorfashion.com.

Powerhouse New York City fashion firm is looking for an Associate Accessories Designer to be an integral member of their design team. Ideal candidates should be fashion-forward and have solid knowledge of emerging trends. Great opportunity to work alongside some of the industry's finest designers and be involved with some very exciting projects.

Qualified candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in handbags, shoes, small leather goods (leather and non leather), a well developed design aesthetic, and strong communication skills. To apply, submit your resume in Word format with "Associate Accessories Designer - 6202" in the subject line.

High-end women’s RTW collection and furrier is seeking a Director of Retail to oversee all US-based stores (approximately five locations). Director will report to the President and COO. This is an extremely hands-on and product-driven position that requires a strategic mindset. Candidates must possess a strong understanding of the luxury market and have run a minimum of five stores at once. We are looking for someone to improve operational procedures, raise customer service standards, and motivate sales associates with better incentives while maintaining brand integrity. Must have experience in selling a RTW collection and have a strong sense of fashion and quality. We need a true team leader! Book of business is REQUIRED for the sales associate position.

For immediate consideration, please submit your resume in Word format.

Premier fashion agency is looking for a skilled Freelance Illustrator with an outstanding portfolio! Need someone who can do the works –from handbags to garments, shoes, background images, and more. Must be able to create sophisticated “attitude” illustrations to be produced in a look book for this recognized brand. You should be highly creative and deadline driven to effectively generate 20-21 illustrations in a short period of time. Salary is based on an hourly rate that will be determined according to experience.

For immediate consideration, please send your resume in Word format with “Freelance Illustrator” in the subject line.

Upscale brand looking for Store Managers to oversee all daily activities. Qualified candidates must currently sell on the floor, have prior management experience and come from a luxury or high end retail environment. Excellent customer service skills, strong decision making mentality, and a desire for professional growth is a must!

NO commission.

For immediate consideration please forward your resume as a Word attachment with “Store Manager” in the subject line.

Premier agency is looking for an experienced Retail Planner. Work in tandem with the buying team to analyze business development and explore growth opportunities. Ideal candidate will have proven experience achieving sales, turn, and profit objectives for merchandising categories through inventory management.  Planner will be responsible for determining the elements of markup and margin planning, inventory productivity measures, and vendor profitability. Strong fashion sense and the ability to assess customer preferences is key in this position!

Qualifications:

• 5 years of Merchandise/Store planning experience; 2 years of allocation or assistant buying experience
• Exceptional working knowledge of Excel
• Merchandising mentality
• Ability to analyze business at a Macro/Micro level
• Strong retail math skills

For immediate consideration please forward your resume as a Word attachment with “Retail Planner” in the subject line.

Contemporary fashion forward company is looking for a talented women’s Assistant/Associate Fashion Designer. The creative individual in this role will collaborate with detail-oriented team members and become increasingly involved in the design and development process. Great opportunity for an individual who has a true flair of design to directly impact this firm!  The ideal candidate should have contemporary and/or high-end market experience as well as 2+ years of experience.

To apply, please send your resume and illustration jpegs with “Designer” in the subject heading.

High-end Accessory and Apparel retailer seeks a Retail Operations/Help Desk professional to join their team.  A master multitasker will excel in this role as they support this 14 retail store chain by assisting with roll-outs of new software, store openings, inventory management, POS systems, telecom, and help desk requests. Great opportunity to learn valuable hands-on experience in the essential areas of this business!

In addition, candidates will review inventory reports and perform recoveries/repairs for communication systems as required. Excellent organizational and communications skills are needed to work with this company’s home office staff while also traveling to off-site retail locations. Qualified candidate should have a solid background in retail systems and help desk operations in the apparel industry. Knowledge of SAP is a plus.

If you are an ambitious individual ready to hit the ground running in this important role - submit your resume in Word format with “Retail Operations/Help Desk” in the subject heading.

Incredible opportunity for an upbeat and positive individual to work in Wholesale Sales with a women’s moderate sportswear company. Ideal candidates should possess exceptional business development skills and have 2-3 years of top-notch experience working in wholesale sales. Bring your knowledge of the women’s fashion market, well developed negotiation abilities, and strong marketing and business skills to successfully reach your forecasted sales targets! Highly essential in this role to have an established professional network of fashion contacts. Applicants must be open to a freelance position.

This is the perfect position to work in a fast-paced sales environment and watch your career grow! Candidates must be available to interview immediately. To apply, please send your resume in Word format with “Wholesale Sales” in the subject heading.

One of New York City’s leading high-end fashion firms is looking for a Director of Public Relations to join their fast-paced firm! This is an exciting opportunity to move forward the firm’s public relations strategy and take ownership of new opportunities to expand the notoriety of this firm. Candidates who have solid work experience in a high-end luxury firm and strong editorial contacts at major fashion magazines are a must. Agency experience is a huge plus!

Sky is the limit in the role for a results-driven individual with an impressive public relations background. Please submit your resume in Word format with “Director of Public Relations” in the subject line.