Assistant Merchandiser

Company Description AMO Denim is a Los Angeles–based premium women’s denim brand, founded in 2014 and known as a best-kept secret in the industry. The brand focuses on intentional design, from fabric selection to fit refinement, using denim from a leading mill in Italy and crafting garments with trusted partners in Los Angeles. AMO emphasizes craftsmanship, ensuring washes feel naturally broken in and comfortable, not overworked. Recognized for thoughtful detailing and a feminine, easy aesthetic, AMO creates denim meant to be worn, loved, and lived in. Denim is at the heart of the brand’s identity and creative vision.ABOUT THE ROLEWe're looking for a sharp, organized, and self-motivated Assistant Merchandiser to support our Senior Merchandiser across the seasonal product lifecycle and overseas production. This is a hands-on role for someone who wants to grow inside a fast-paced, design-driven denim/contemporary brand — someone who thrives on structure, anticipates what's needed before being asked, and takes genuine ownership of the details that keep a merchandising calendar on track. This role is based in-person at our Downtown Los Angeles office and starts part-time (approximately 3 days per week) with the potential to expand into a full-time position as the business grows.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES— Support in building and maintaining seasonal assortment grids and product trackers— Help prepare and organize materials for line reviews, sales meetings, and cross-functional check-ins (design, production, sales, planning)— Maintain our B2B and ERP platforms (JOOR, NuOrder, and AIMS360) — setting up new styles and keeping product data current— Maintain and track WIP (work-in-progress) for overseas production, ensuring approvals and deliveries stay on schedule, and flagging delays or gaps proactively— Maintain and track for fabric orders and inventory— Communicate consistently and clearly with cross-functional partners, vendors, and showroom teams— Assist with competitive shopping and market research across denim and contemporary brands to identify trends, pricing, and whitespace opportunities— Take on ad hoc administrative and project-based support as the merchandising calendar demandsWHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR— 2–3 years of experience in merchandising, product development or production at an apparel brand — A true self-starter — someone who takes initiative and doesn't wait to be told what's next— Highly organized with sharp attention to detail; comfortable managing multiple trackers and deadlines at once— Strong proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets (pivot tables and VLOOKUPs a plus); hands-on experience with PLM, ERP, or B2B platforms such as AIMS360, WFX, JOOR, or NuOrder is a strong plus— Excellent written and verbal communication skills— A genuine passion for fashion and product — someone who shops the market and knows the competitive landscape— Calm, adaptable, and solutions-oriented under deadline pressure— A collaborative team player who's equally comfortable working independently— Able to reliably commute to our Downtown Los Angeles office in person on scheduled workdaysCOMPENSATION DETAILSThis role is structured as a part-time, hourly position (target of 3 days / 24 hours per week) with room to grow into a full-time, salaried position as responsibilities expand. Pay is based on industry benchmarks for assistant/junior merchandising roles at contemporary denim brands in the Los Angeles market for a candidate with 2–3 years of experience.