Temporary Merchandising Manager, Handbags & Accessories

We are seeking a data-driven, luxury retail merchandising professional for a Temporary Merchandising Manager (Handbags & Accessories). This role will drive assortment planning, inventory optimization, sales performance, and in-season trading across the market.

• This is a 6 monthcontract based in NYC requiring 3 day a week onsite.
  
• Hourly pay rate is up to $45.00 based on experienc.
  
• You will leverage retail analytics, product strategy, and client insights to enhance business performance while partnering closely with stores, retail operations, and global headquarters.

• Partner with HQ to develop seasonal assortment strategies, buying plans, and product allocation
  
• Execute base orders, replenishment, and stock optimization across boutiques
  
• Support open-to-buy planning and sales forecasting with Operations Control

• Analyze sales KPIs, sell-through, inventory turnover, and client demand trends
  
• Monitor competitor benchmarking, luxury market trends, and customer segmentation
  
• Deliver actionable insights to drive revenue growth and margin optimization

• Maintain strong in-store presence to evaluate product performance and visual merchandising impact
  
• Support clienteling initiatives, in-store events, and VIP selling ceremonies
  
• Act as a brand ambassador, reinforcing luxury service standards and brand positioning

• Lead seasonal product training sessions and ongoing sales enablement programs
  
• Develop PowerPoint presentations, product storytelling tools, and training materials
  
• Support onboarding of new hires through retail learning & development initiatives

• Partner cross-functionally to execute retail events, trunk shows, and client activations
  
• Track event performance metrics, client sales, and post-event follow-ups
  
• Manage inventory flow and demand planning pre/post events

• 5+ years of experience in merchandising, buying, or retail planning
  
• Experience in luxury fashion, handbags, accessories, or premium retail brands preferred
  
• Strong proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, data analysis), PowerPoint, and reporting tools
  
• Proven ability to interpret retail data, sales trends, and merchandising KPIs
  
• Excellent communication skills with experience in training, presenting, and stakeholder management
  
• Highly organized with strong time management, multitasking, and strategic thinking skills
  
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally