Assistant Merchant, 12-month contract

Knix

Assistant Merchant at Knix, collaborating with merchandising and planning teams to manage products. Responsible for assortment creation, purchase order management, and data coordination.

Posted 7/23/2026contractToronto • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$55,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in merchandising strategies, SKU management, and retail math, while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders. Proficient in utilizing merchandising software and tools to support product management and market research.

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Merchandising StrategiesSKU ManagementRetail Math ProficiencyMerchandising Software ExperienceAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

MerchandisingProduct ManagementExcel (VLOOKUPS, Pivot Tables)Retail MathMarket Research

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsCreative ThinkingCommunication SkillsRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Retail Planning SystemsProduct Lifecycle Management SoftwareAdobe Illustrator

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion MerchandisingBachelor’s Degree in BusinessBachelor’s Degree in Management

Industry Keywords

Apparel IndustrySKUUPCPurchase OrdersCross-Functional Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the merchandising team in developing and executing merchandising strategies
Assist in creating SKUs and UPCs
Input and maintain SKU lists across platforms and reconcile discrepancies
Handling the export and upload of purchase orders
Collaborate with the Sourcing team on PO adjustments
Update weekly reports and manage launch guides
Build strong relationships with key partners and cross-functional stakeholders
Manage market research, ad-hoc reporting, and miscellaneous projects as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

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)
Experience with merchandising software/tools (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

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% of premiums for health, dental, and Health Spending Account (HSA)
Coverage for paramedical services
Mental health support
Vision care
Access to Dialogue app for virtual coaching, therapy, and legal counseling
3 Floater Days
10 Sick Days every year
4 extra paid days off attached to holidays
Paid Parental Leave plan that tops up salary to 80% for 24 weeks
GRSP Match program (up to 3% match)
$500 annual development budget
50% discount on Knix products