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Apparel Merchandiser Jobs in City of Industry at PNW(USA) INC.
Apparel Merchandiser / Buyer (Activewear & Athleisure)
Location: City of Industry, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
About Us
PNW USA Inc. is a growing apparel company specializing in activewear, athleisure, and private label manufacturing. We are looking for a creative, trend-driven Merchandiser / Buyer who is passionate about fashion and understands today’s active lifestyle market.
Position Summary
As an Apparel Merchandiser / Buyer, you will be responsible for researching market trends, analyzing competitors, identifying new product opportunities, and helping develop seasonal collections. This role is ideal for someone who has a strong eye for fashion, understands consumer behavior, and enjoys discovering the next big trend in activewear.
Responsibilities
- Research fashion and apparel trends, with a focus on activewear, athleisure, running, fitness, and outdoor apparel.
- Monitor competitor brands, retailers, and e-commerce marketplaces for new product opportunities.
- Analyze market trends, pricing, colors, fabrics, silhouettes, and seasonal direction.
- Source and recommend new products, materials, trims, and fabric innovations.
- Assist in planning seasonal assortments and product line development.
- Create trend reports, mood boards, and competitive analysis presentations.
- Visit retail stores, trade shows, and fashion events to gather market intelligence.
- Work closely with the sales, product development, and design teams to develop products that meet customer needs.
- Identify emerging brands and consumer trends through social media, online platforms, and industry publications.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Fashion Design, Business, Marketing, or a related field preferred.
- 2+ years of merchandising, buying, product development, or apparel industry experience.
- Strong knowledge of activewear, sportswear, athleisure, and current fashion trends.
- Experience researching brands such as Lululemon, Alo Yoga, Vuori, Gymshark, Bandit Running, YoungLA, and other performance apparel brands is a plus.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Experience with Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop is a plus.
- Ability to travel locally for market research and trade shows when needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with private label or OEM apparel.
- Understanding of fabric performance, garment construction, and apparel costing.
- Familiarity with Amazon, TikTok Shop, Shopify, or other e-commerce platforms is a plus.
- Bilingual in English and Mandarin Chinese is a plus, but not required.
What We Offer
- Career growth opportunities
- Paid holidays off
- Health insurance benefits
- Friendly and collaborative work environment
- Opportunity to work with leading apparel brands and exciting new product development
Pay: $22.00 – $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
Work Location: In person
Title: Apparel Merchandiser
Company: PNW(USA) INC.
Location: City of Industry
