Assistant Line Builder

About the ALDO Group Specializing in stylish and accessible footwear, handbags, and accessories, the ALDO Group has been around for more than 50 years. With over 1,500 stores in more than 100 countries, we operate under two signature brands, ALDO and Call It Spring, and we are the core footwear partner for Sperry in North America. The ALDO Group is also an industry-recognized wholesale licensed partner, specializing in the design, sourcing, and distribution of fashion footwear, handbags, and accessories. Our diverse portfolio includes household brands such as ROXY, Brooks Brothers, Ted Baker, Hunter, and G.H.BASS. In addition to our head office in Montreal, the ALDO Group maintains international offices in Europe and Asia. For more information, visit www.aldogroup.com . Enjoy meaningful recognition, flexible work options, great on‐site perks, generous discounts, and the pride of being part of a brand that leads with people, the planet, and its partners at heart. ROLE SUMMARY The Assistant Line Builder supports the execution of the seasonal product line by contributing to assortment development, product lifecycle coordination, and cross-functional alignment. This role plays a key part in ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of product data, supporting costing and pricing activities, and managing sample logistics throughout development. Through analysis of sales performance, market trends, and competitive insights, the Assistant Line Builder helps inform product direction while driving day-to-day coordination across Design and Product Development, and external partners to ensure on-time and efficient delivery. This role contributes to the collection building of 10% of the CIS business RESPONSIBILITIES : Strategic – 15% Supports assortment development through analysis of sales performance, market trends, and competitive landscape Conducts trend research, competitive shopping, and store visits to inform product direction and line planning Assists in identifying pricing and product opportunities through market benchmarking and competitor analysis Leads process-oriented tasks and finds solutions to optimize workflow and efficiency Operational – 80% Supports the product lifecycle for assigned categories, including product creation, data entry, and handover processes - 400 skus a year Ensures accuracy and timeliness of all product information within PLM, costing templates, and assortment tools Assists in costing activities by preparing templates, supporting negotiations, and proposing retail benchmarks aligned with market comparables Maintains daily communication with agents, AFE, and cross-functional teams to ensure timely follow-ups and alignment Supports development of product specifications, including spec creation and updates for sampling and production Oversees reception, organization, labeling, and shipment of prototypes and sales samples (SMS) Sample management- Track, Maintains, and organizes the product sample library for accessibility and manages all samples flow through the seasons Prepares seasonal materials boards, tasks for line reviews, and GTM milestones Ensures adherence to development timelines and proactively flags risks or delays Leadership – 5% Takes ownership of assigned tasks and product categories within defined scope Demonstrates accountability and strong organizational skills in managing multiple priorities Contributes to process improvements to enhance efficiency (tools, trackers, workflows) Builds collaborative relationships with internal teams, agents, and suppliers EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s or DEC degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or a related field Additional certifications in retail, merchandising, or product development are an asset 1–3 years of experience in merchandising, buying, or product development within fashion retail Exposure to footwear or Handbag categories is preferred Experience with PLM systems and product data management is an asset Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment Strong communication and interpersonal skills Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy Strong problem-solving skills Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset Strong interest in fashion and market trends Building a culture of belonging We firmly believe that the diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and identities is a fundamental strength of the ALDO Group. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing a safe, respectful, and equitable work environment where everyone can reach their full potential and find their fit. #LI-NM1