Job Posting/Description

Since 1973, Vida Shoes International has been committed to becoming a global leader in the footwear industry. We are dedicated to designing, producing, and marketing quality branded footwear using our expansive international resources. Our wealth of knowledge stems from the diversity of brands and successful products we have produced year after year.

Overview:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Product Merchandising & Costing Coordinator to support our General Manager, Sales, and Design teams in product development, costing, and market preparation. This role is ideal for an early-career professional looking to build expertise in merchandising, wholesale pricing, and supplier communication while gaining exposure to cross-functional operations in the footwear/apparel industry.

Salary: $45k -$55k annually (New York, NY)

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Costing & Pricing Support
• Assist with preparing target wholesale and retail price lists.
• Help review prototype pricing margins and track cost updates.
• Support communication with design and suppliers on cost adjustments to meet margin goals.
• Prepare and maintain costing line sheets and assist with market pricing reviews.
• Market & Sales Support
• Assist with scheduling and preparing materials for buy reviews.
• Collaborate with sales and the GM to track MOQs and order needs.
• Support margin and delivery reviews for customer orders.
• Operational Support
• Assist with preparing buy overviews and data for CFO review.
• Prepping information for the sized POs (color/material level) for production entry.
• Help track inventory and margin KPIs.
• Support ad hoc buy requests and gather necessary details for CFO approvals.
• Supplier & Product Development Support
• Assist with communication to suppliers regarding buys, cost negotiations, and timelines.
• Participate in reviewing TOPs (Top of Production samples) and help summarize feedback.
• Support in resolving quality issues by gathering product details and documentation.
• Cross-Functional Coordination
• Participate in competitive shopping trips and help prepare reports.

Qualifications:

• 1–2 years of experience in merchandising, product development, planning, or related field (internships included).
• Strong interest in footwear, apparel, or consumer goods.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort working with data.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and eager to learn.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work across multiple teams.

Thank you in advance for your interest in this opening. Vida Shoes International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. At this time, only qualified candidates will be contacted.

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