Month: May 2007

  • Job Postings!

    Send resumes to careers@lafayette148.com

     

    IT Intern

     

    Very Organized and Detail Oriented 
    Basic knowledge of Windows XP and Microsoft Office 
    Basic knowledge of Networking 
     
    This is a paid internship.  Preference will be given to candidates who can continue to work thru the school year.

     

     

    Sales Support Representative

     

      Job Summary:

     

    This position will be responsible for providing sales support in a variety of tasks and actions.To fulfill the needs of our retail and internal related customers.Responsibilities will include:

     

    • Entering purchase orders into the computer system in an timely and accurate manner
    • Monitoring and tracking orders
    • Consistent projection of positive image and good judgment in representing Lafayette 148 New York
    • Constant communication with Accounts, Field Sales Reps, Production and Warehouse personnel to fulfill customer needs
    • Assisting in product knowledge seminars/trunk shows in the stores
    • Other duties as assigned

     Requirements

    • Minimum Associates degree
    • 1 – 3 years Customer Service exp.(apparel industry preferred)
    • Strong detail orientation
    • Excellent Microsoft Office skills
    • Excellent communication skills
    • Ability to deal with all types of service issues in a positive manner
    • Team player
    • Proven ability to prioritize and multi-task

    Warehouse Shipping Assistant

    Job Summary:  This position supports the administrative needs of the Lafayette 148 warehouse (BAT).

    Responsibilities:

    • Invoicing for both major and specialty store accounts
    • Process UPS and FedEx label for shipping
    • Applying packing list to cartons
    • Schedule pick up
    • Prepare Bill of Lading

    Requirements:

    • 3+ years Administrative or Shipping experience
    • Willingness to work overtime (some evenings/weekends)
    • Extremely punctual, highly reliable
    • Microsoft office experience
    • Blue Cherry experience a plus
    • Detail-oriented
    • Fluent in English as well as Cantonese or Mandarin a plus

     

    Sr. Merchandiser

    Responsibilities include:

    • In conjunction with Merchandising Manager partners with the Design team to insure a well-balanced, properly assorted collection.
    • Cost and price the collection to ensure profitability and attain margin goals.
    • Analyze product performance/sales trends to capitalize on future opportunities
    • Shop stores to gain insight/information regarding competitive brands
    • Assisting in the coordination of Sales Tools for the Sales meeting
    • Assist in the creation and maintenance of the line plan

    Requirements:

    • 3 – 5 years wholesale merchandising experience (mandatory)
    • Strong analytical, communication, and time management skills
    • Detail-oriented
    • Must be a team player
    • Ability to multi task
    • Demonstrates initiative; works with a sense of urgency
    • Ability to adapt in dynamic environment
    • Entrepreneur mindset/ attitude
    • Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Access)

     

    Fabric Design Coordinator

    Job Summary:  Working in conjunction with the Fabric Manager this position coordinates key aspects of the fabric design process. 

    • Assist Fabric Manager with Line Development
      • Assist in developing concepts/color stories
      • Finalize fabrics for the line
      • Assemble & maintain fabric boards
    • Work w/ Design Director on fabric selection/discards
    • Communicate with mills regarding development of fabric color/content/pricing
    • Work with test fabrics, developing system to ensure timely test garment production
    • Responsible for the organization and follow-up of group color standards and updating any standard deviations.
    • Act as the fabric liaison among the aesthetic departments
    • Work with production to gather the necessary information needed for Chinese customs in regards to all fabric details
    • Manage/cut/follow fabrics sent to China
    • Review test garments with Merchandising team
    • Quality Approval
      • Submitting, following up and collaborating on lab dip approvals
      • Point person to approve design fabrics
    • Manage fabric storage

    Requirements

    • 3 – 5 years garment industry experience
    • 4 year fashion degree or related experience
    • Strong aesthetics
    • Excellent organizational skills
    • Self-starter
    • Exceptional communication skills
    • Solid computer skills
    • Strong follow up skills