Assistant Merchant

Torrid is committed to cultivating a welcoming, inclusive, and diverse culture. They are seeking an Assistant Merchant to support the Merchandising team in recognizing trends, developing strategic initiatives, and driving business success. Responsibilities Support department objectives to achieve seasonal financial sales and margin targets Assist in market analysis, identifying strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats Support the Merchant in selecting and purchasing product assortments based on trend data and customer insights Create and maintain accurate assortment sheets and buy plans, ensuring timely communication of updates Manage purchase order (PO) creation and change management Provide monthly receipt reconciliation and contribute insights during Open to Buy meetings Foster strong partnerships across Merchandising, Planning, Allocation, Visual Merchandising, Design, and Product Development teams Prepare materials and reports for key meetings Organize and manage web samples for timely turn-ins Assist in developing and distributing sales tools and business recaps Perform daily website reviews to ensure accurate product information and timely activations Analyze customer reviews and provide feedback to the Merchant team Perform additional duties as needed Skills Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience preferred 1+ years of progressive experience as an Assistant Merchant Strong understanding of the competitive retail landscape Strong analytical and quantitative skills Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel Strong customer focus with a commitment to delivering timely and thorough responses Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate and provide clear, direct feedback Detail-oriented and process-driven with the ability to multitask and manage priorities Ability to meet deadlines, adapt to change, and take a proactive approach to problem-solving Benefits Competitive compensation 401k with company matching contribution Potential to earn company performance-based bonuses Comprehensive wellness package including, medical, dental, vision, and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Generous 50% employee discount and access to employee-only sales We pay you up to 32 hours annually for volunteering your time in the community Tuition reimbursement program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Aimed at helping employees address a variety of personal and family issues including legal financial consultations, mental health services and more Discounts on entertainment tickets and more Access to a subscription to a leading online learning provider where you can earn certifications and take course taught by industry experts across multiple business sectors Work and learn alongside industry-leading executives while making huge strides in impacting the lives of women Opportunity for upward mobility is available at all levels of the organization Company Overview Torrid is inspired by and designed specifically to fit the young, stylish woman who wears sizes 12 to 28. It was founded in 2001, and is headquartered in City Of Industry, California, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is