Wholesale Assistant - Womens Majors Job at DL1961, New York, NY

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  • DL1961
  • New York, NY

Job Description

DL1961 is a premium essentials brand with roots in vertical integration. Offering elevated denim, knits, and ready-to-wear, for women, men, kids, and pets. They believe in meticulously crafted pieces designed to carry you through all of life’s stages.

In addition to their own low-impact factory, DL1961 strategically partners with sustainable manufacturers around the world to produce high quality essentials perfect for everyday wear. Named one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies in 2023, this press-loved brand is a perennial favorite of editors and celebrities alike.

Learn more about DL1961 and shop the full styles and looks on dl1961.com.

We’re seeking a Wholesale Assistant to join our Wholesale team, supporting the Women’s division at DL1961. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and eager to develop a long-term career in fashion sales.

As a key member of the sales team, the Wholesale Assistant will provide comprehensive support across showroom operations, sample management, sales reporting, and administrative coordination. You’ll partner closely with Account Executives, Customer Service, and Creative teams to ensure the smooth execution of day-to-day sales activities and the consistent presentation of the DL1961 brand.

Responsibilities include maintaining and merchandising the showroom, managing and tracking samples, preparing for markets and tradeshows, assisting with order entry and follow-ups, and helping generate key sales tools such as line sheets and reports. This role also involves cross-functional collaboration on special projects, including marketing coordination, photoshoot planning, and sales collateral creation.

This position requires onsite availability, Monday through Friday – 9:00am to 5:30pm and may require travel up to 25% for tradeshows, road appointments and events.

Job responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Create and update tradeshow calendar, account logs and budget.
  • Support Account Executives during market, trade/trunk/road shows and do all necessary recaps/follow up post appointment (including travel).
  • Maintain and create line sheets/NuOrder as necessary.
  • Manage and organize samples for majors as needed
  • Create and maintain sample trackers for pre-season sample set organization
  • Merchandise and maintain showroom and sample closet appearance (neat, clean, and organized).
  • Support team/Division Heads as needed with the following tasks (as needed):
  • Market appointments + tradeshows/recap compiling
  • Reviewing and submitting orders/ reviewing order confirmations
  • Preparing order templates/online copy/high-res images/etc.
  • Majors ship logs, tracking monthly bulks, ensuring EDI’’s are correct
  • Overseeing allocation for majors
  • Research prospects and provide working tools to help sales division maintain and grow their businesses.
  • Generate and analyze weekly/monthly/seasonal selling reports.
  • Create and update tradeshow calendar and logs.
  • Aid in the preparation of key presentations or projects for management.
  • Create sales collateral to help increase bookings and push stock.
  • Collaborate with showroom team on merchandising, deliveries, and shipping. Ensuring line sheets reflect same merchandising standards.
  • Help pack and unpack for road appointments, trade shows and market.
  • Process RA’s and log in accommodations log to ensure profitability,
  • Coordinate photoshoots with marketing and confirm/cross check shot lists each season.
  • Cross connect with Creative team to ensure materials and collateral are neatly saved and given to sales reps
  • Create and update linesheets as needed.
  • Independently complete regular inventory of samples.
  • Partner with showroom mgmt. to ensure sales-account borrowed samples return back to showroom
  • Ship and order samples as requested.
  • Help with sample sales and any company-wide events.
  • Manage dropship process from copy/imagery to inventory feed-- review weekly & report updates needed to feed-team and Head of Sales

Desired Skills and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred, ideally in Business, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field.
  • 2+ years of experience in a wholesale, showroom, or sales support environment, preferably within the fashion industry.
  • Proven ability to support Account Executives with order management, market preparation, and client follow-ups.
  • Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills with the ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced setting.
  • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accuracy across reports, samples, and sales materials.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel; experience with NuOrder or similar wholesale platforms is a plus.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments.
  • Professional, proactive, and adaptable; demonstrates grace under pressure and a strong sense of accountability.
  • Comfortable with hands-on showroom work, including merchandising and sample management.
  • Willingness to travel up to 25% for tradeshows, appointments, and company events as needed.
  • Full-time, on-site position (Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.); entry-level, non-exempt.

Join us in our pursuit of better.

We have higher standards . We believe you should feel good about the jeans you put on your body. That’s why our innovative facilities are fully compliant with International Social, Environmental & Quality Standards. Plus, we’re committed to ethical practices, fair wages, reasonable hours, positive working conditions & career advancement opportunities for all our people. We’re doing right by the planet, and the people on it too.

Sustainability is the foundation of which we pride ourselves on. We are the future of fashion!

DL1961 offers a competitive & comprehensive benefits package inclusive of:

  • Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
  • Company sponsored Life & Disability benefits | Voluntary Benefits
  • Associate Discount, Clothing Allowance & Sample Sales
  • Commuter Benefit Program
  • Paid Time Off including vacation, sick, & floating holiday
  • Paid holidays by the Company
  • 401(K) – an investment for your future!
  • Our Office Space is located in Soho!
  • Summer Fridays
  • Companywide events, outings, recognition programs, birthday celebrations & wellness initiatives

DL1961 is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to race, sex, religion, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Thank you for your interest in DL1961. We look forward to reviewing your application!

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Job Tags

Full time, Summer work, Seasonal work, Work at office, Monday to Friday,

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