Sales Assistant, Karl Lagerfeld Outerwear

Sales Assistant – Karl Lagerfeld Outerwear

Reporting To:
Vice President

Location (On-Site):
New York City, Midtown Manhattan – Fashion District

The Sales Assistant supports the Karl Lagerfeld Outerwear wholesale team by providing essential administrative, operational, and account-level support. This role is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented candidate eager to learn the wholesale business from the ground up. The Sales Assistant will play a key role in ensuring smooth day-to-day account operations, accurate order processing, and strong cross‑functional communication.

• Manage departmental administrative tasks including maintaining account lists, updating account profiles, and supporting PO log management.
• Facilitate communication between clients and the account management team related to in‑store events, performance tracking, and sales initiatives.
• Coordinate New York market appointments and assist with wholesale calendar planning.
• Prepare, maintain, and distribute selling reports for major accounts.
• Manage seasonal order confirmations and ensure weekly shipping updates are delivered accurately and on time.
• Review vendor orders for accuracy and assist with order processing, EDI confirmations, and shipment tracking.

• Manage advertising and showroom samples, ensuring accurate tracking and organization.
• Coordinate sample requests for special events, photo shoots, and advertising needs.
• Maintain showroom organization and presentation standards.

• Partner with the Logistics team to ensure timely communication with clients regarding order processing, delivery timelines, and shipping needs.
• Support internal teams to ensure smooth execution of wholesale operations.

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Merchandising, Business, Fashion, or related field (or equivalent industry experience).
• 0–2 years of experience in fashion, wholesale, or retail operations.
• Strong Excel proficiency and data organization skills.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.

• Competitive hourly compensation with annualized salary range
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee discounts across G-III brand portfolio
• Career development opportunities within a global fashion organization

Hourly Position (Annualized Range): $28.85 - $31.25/hr

Based on a 40‑hour work week

Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good‑faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law.

G-III Apparel Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

G-III Apparel Group is a global leader in fashion design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution, and marketing. With over 30 owned and licensed brands, G-III brings excitement and confidence to customers worldwide through innovative product and strong retail partnerships.

Owned brands include DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Donna Karan, Vilebrequin, Sonia Rykiel, G.H. Bass, Bass Outdoor, Andrew Marc, Eliza J., G-III Sports, and more. Licensed brands include Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Cole Haan, Dockers, Guess, Kenneth Cole, Levi’s, Vince Camuto, Margaritaville, and others. G-III also operates retail stores for DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, and Donna Karan.