Merchandising Intern

Job Title: Merchandising Intern

Reports to: Senior Growth Manager

Job Location: Los Angeles, CA

Job Status: Exempt, FT

Position Summary

SHEIN X is a program where we work with freelance artists and designers to create unique capsule collections to be sold on our site. Artists and designers retain ownership of their work and share in profits once collections are online. Read more about the program here:

We are seeking a Merchandising Intern with experience in fast fashion apparel production, merchandising, and data to join the SHEIN X team. Within this role, you will be working closely with overseas design and production teams to review sales data, draft inspiration guides for designers, offer feedback to designers, review tech packs, and problem solve any production issues between designers and internal teams.

You will have the opportunity to develop your skills in apparel design, production, merchandising, sales and operations and learn about how we collaborate with artists and designers to bring their vision to life.

Job Responsibilities

Review sales data to understand top sellers and market trends

Understand designers in depth, build portfolios for each designer, and provide design guidelines

Provide feedback to aid designers to respond to market trends and improve designer performance

Be the liaison between designers, manufacturing and internal teams

Communicate with stakeholders in a clear, concise and timely fashion

Ensure deadlines are met and escalate issues as they arise

Work with marketing team on marketing initiatives around SHEIN X including but not limited to livestreams, content shoots, pop ups, fashion shows, partnerships with large brands, etc.

Job Requirements

2+ years of experience in apparel production

1+ year of experience in merchandising and data analysis

Solid understanding of apparel manufacturing processes, documents and industry terminology

Possess strong written and verbal communication skills

A self-starter with great time management and prioritization skills

Proactive and deadline-driven and possess the ability to meet tight deadlines

Must have exceptional organizational skills with high attention to detail

Proficient in Microsoft Office and GSuite

Pay: $19/hr

Benefits and Culture

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)

Health Savings Account with Employer Funding

Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent care)

Company-Paid Basic Life/AD&D insurance

Company-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Voluntary Benefit Offerings (Voluntary Life/AD&D, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident)

Employee Assistance Program

Business Travel Accident Insurance

401(k) savings plan with discretionary company match and access to a financial advisor

Vacation, Paid holidays, sick days, and a floating holiday

Employee Discounts

Dog-Friendly office (available at select locations)

Free Gym Access at HQ (available at select locations)

Free Swag Giveaways

Annual Holiday Party

Invitations to pop-ups and other company events

Complimentary daily office snacks and beverages

SHEIN Distribution is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workplace environment.