Company Overview
Lamour was established in 1952 as a pantyhose manufacturer in Montréal. Today, Lamour has evolved from a small factory to a family-owned group that invests, acquires and actively manages its wide range of apparel holdings and licenses. We pride ourselves on our core competencies of hosiery, intimates and performance wear. Our success has been driven through a strong supply chain, company-owned distribution centers, long-standing relationships with key retailers, and most importantly, our unwavering commitment to our customers via individually attentive customer service and care. Lamour a été fondée en 1952 en tant que fabricant de chaussettes à Montréal. Aujourd’hui, Lamour est passé d’une petite usine à un groupe familial qui investit, acquiert et gère activement plusieurs compagnies de vêtements. Nous sommes fiers de nos compétences de base en bonneterie, sous-vêtements et vêtements de performance. Notre succès repose sur une chaîne d’approvisionnement solide, des centres de distribution appartenant à l’entreprise et des relations de longue date avec des détaillants clés. Chez Lamour, nous nous engageons à offrir une qualité et une valeur exceptionnelles à nos clients, partenaires de licence et coentreprises.
ABOUT US
Family-owned and operated since 1953, Lamour Inc. has earned its reputation as the “Best in Class” choice for socks, performance wear, hosiery and intimates. In fact, we are among the top 5 global players in base layer active wear, the #1 global seamless manufacturer, & one of Canada’s leading sock manufacturers. As a one-stop shop, we work innovatively and passionately to deliver outstanding quality and value to a diversified international customer base. It is our focus on performance fabric technology and product innovation, investment in manufacturing excellence, speed to market, and supply chain execution that allows us to build meaning, strong, and long-lasting retail partnerships across multiple trade channels.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Merchandise Coordinator to assist in our product development process. This role involves managing line lists, pricing files, our product database, and samples. You’ll work closely with our design, sourcing, and sales teams to hit pricing targets and make sure our product launches are a success. You’ll get to be part of developing and rolling out seasonal merchandise plans, bringing fresh and innovative products to the market while supporting our brand goals and helping our business grow.
DUTIES INCLUDE (BUT NOT LIMITED TO)
- Collaborate with other areas (design, sourcing, marketing, planning, e-commerce and sales) to insure communication and alignment, efficient go to market process, high levels of new product adoption and on time delivery.
- Track success of new products and provide key learnings for future developments: [sell-thru, retail placement, consumer reviews].
- Aide in analysis of SKU rationalization and management of brand framework.
- Organize competitive analysis, understand product trends in current marketplace and implications for our products & strategy.
- Establish line lists & costing analysis.
- Owns sample inventory – organization, ensuring correct reference samples available, sending samples to sales team and for key account meetings.
- Support key account sales meetings preparations.
- Manage all aspects of item set up process in BlueCherry, ensure accuracy for all item details.
- Manage UPC code requests.
- Work with team to ensure processes are established and documented.
- Provide back up support to teammates as needed.
REQUIRMENTS
- Apparel merchandising, planning, retail apparel sales and or retail assistant buyer background.
- Highly organized, detail oriented and strong communication skills.
- Advanced knowledge in Excel and Microsoft Office tools.
- Able to multitask and re-prioritize workload based on business demands and deadlines.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaborate with cross functional teams.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in French and English.
WHAT WE OFFER
- 100% off public transport;
- Flexible work hours Fridays we finish at 4:00 pm (1:30PM in the summer!!);
- Tim Hortons gift card on your birthday;
- Rooftop terrace
- Company events and celebrations;
- Monthly team bonding activities;
- Free gym access (yoga, bootcamp, kickboxing and zumba included);
- Medical and dental benefits.. and much much more!
How to Apply
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