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ABOUT THE COMPANY


Perry Ellis International, Inc. represents a diverse portfolio of lifestyle apparel brands. The Company, through its wholly owned subsidiaries owns and licenses nationally and internationally recognized brands including: Perry Ellis®, Original Penguin® by Munsingwear®, Laundry by Shelli Segal®, Rafaella®, Cubavera®, Ben Hogan®, Savane®, Grand Slam®, John Henry®, Manhattan®, Axist®, Jantzen® and Farah®. The Company enhances its roster of brands by licensing trademarks from third parties, including: Nike® and Jag® for swimwear, and Callaway®, PGA TOUR®, and Jack Nicklaus® for golf apparel.


ABOUT CORPORATE CAREERS


We are looking for talented people who have a thirst for challenge, seek the joy of team effort and will help contribute to our growth as a leading international manufacturer and marketer of apparel.

Perry Ellis International’s corporate headquarters are located in Miami, Florida. We also have offices located in New York, Portland and Tampa. There are an array of career opportunities across many departments including design, sales, marketing, human resources, sales planning, sourcing, finance and accounting, information technology and many others.


ABOUT RETAIL CAREERS


We are looking for talented people to be a part of our Retail Store Teams. If you have a love for fashion, a thirst for knowledge, and enjoy working with people, this is the place for you.

Perry Ellis International has close to 60 retail store locations across the country. Our brands include Perry Ellis, Original Penguin, and Cubavera. Our stores provide outgoing, hard working individuals with a strong customer service background the ability to create an extraordinary customer experience while learning about the retail apparel industry. We value an inclusive workplace that drives growth, success, performance and creativity.


ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM


Perry Ellis International internships provide top students with a behind-the-scenes look at the fast-paced world of the fashion industry that you won't find in a classroom. This program provides Interns with an opportunity to work on projects, meet industry leaders, and prepare for the future.

After initial training, our interns will quickly take on more responsibility exploring and tackling strategies of what Perry Ellis is doing to stay ahead of the business. The internship program provides real work assignments to identify business opportunities/risks and provide recommendations that impact our business.

In addition to working hard, interns will experience a summer full of exciting team-building and social activities.

Internship opportunities are available in Miami, New York City and Portland.

 

ABOUT OUR BENEFITS


Perry Ellis International is committed to providing our associates with a benefit program that promotes a sense of security and a productive work-life balance. These are basic benefits available to eligible U.S. based associates.

Health

  • A choice of PPO, HMO, and HSA medical plans, including prescription drug benefits, designed to meet your individual coverage needs
  • A choice of PPO and HMO dental plans
  • Vision plan
  • Coverage available for family members including spouses, dependents and domestic partners,(medical, dental, vision and life insurance)

Wellness Program

  • Wellness fairs
  • Lunch and learns
  • Onsite Fitness Classes - varies by location
  • Wellness points and rewards

Financial Planning

  • 401(k) savings plan with a company match, fully vested at the time of enrollment
  • Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D insurance as well as optional additional (and dependent) coverage
  • Company-paid Short Term Disability as well as optional Long Term Disability coverage
  • Health-Care and Dependent-Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance & Other Perks

  • Employee assistance program including work/life and financial/legal services
  • Travel assistance program
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Generous clothing discounts
  • Mass transit & parking accounts
  • Pet discount program and comprehensive pet insurance
  • Legal services & ID theft protection

Time Off

  • Employees receive vacation time and paid personal time off after 3 months of employment.
  • Nine corporate company holidays


LOCATIONS


With office locations in Miami, FL, New York City, Portland, OR, Seneca, SC, and Dublin, GA, Perry Ellis International offers a wide range of desirable places to work and live. We also have support offices located in Frisco, TX and Milwaukee, WI.


Miami

This city serves as the home to our Corporate Headquarters! If you come here from colder climates, that will soon be a distant memory! Miami offers warm weather, beaches, water sports, golf courses, and more all year round. You can also say goodbye to state taxes once you start living and working in the Sunshine State.

Our Miami offices were recently renovated to an open and collaborative format with the addition of a new state of the art photo studio. We design all of our golf and latin brands here. We also offer a wide array of positions to support our headquarters.

Employment Opportunities Include

  • Design & Merchandising
  • Marketing
  • IT
  • Sales
  • Human Resources
  • Finance & Accounting
  • E-commerce
  • Retail Buying & Planning


New York

New York City is one of the most diverse cities in the United States. We have two offices, one in the heart of Manhattan's fashion district, and the other in the historic Hippodrome Building, both within walking distance of art galleries, Broadway and Wall Street. With iconic sites like the Empire State Building, Times Square and Central Park, the city always offers new things to see and do.

The New York office serves as the main sales and design hub for the Perry Ellis, Original Penguin, and Rafaella brands. Our modern showrooms serve as a great place to host our clients in the fashion industry.

Employment Opportunities Include

  • Design & Merchandising
  • Marketing
  • Sales
  • Human Resources
  • Retail Buying & Planning


Portland

Portland, Oregon’s largest city, sits on the Columbia and Willamette rivers, in the shadow of snow-capped Mount Hood. It’s known for its parks, bridges and bicycle paths, as well as for its eco-friendliness and its microbreweries and coffeehouses. The city hosts thriving art, theater and music scenes. You’ll never pay sales tax or pump your own gas either.

The Portland office is located in the historic Jantzen Building that was built by the company in 1929. It is in the back space of the original building that served as world headquarters for the Jantzen brand from its opening in 1929 until 2002 when we acquired the Jantzen brand and also became the Nike Swim licensee.

Currently the office is branded for Nike Swim, with Perry Ellis International as the official global licensee to design, market and distribute Nike Swim products worldwide.

Employment Opportunities Include:

  • Design & Merchandising
  • Technical Design


Dublin

PEI is excited about the purchase of the Dublin, GA warehouse. We are proud to support the economic development and diversity of this community. Our long term vision is to expand this facility based on it’s ideal location, 110 miles from Savannah Port with the ability to transport product to 80% of US population within two truck days.

Check out the video for more details.

Employment Opportunities Include:

  • Warehouse Associates


Seneca

Seneca is a hidden jewel located in the upstate of South Carolina. With two large freshwater lakes surrounding Seneca, the area is known for its great outdoor activities including boating, swimming, fishing, and hiking to the many waterfalls located on the lakes.

Located in Seneca is a Perry Ellis distribution center. In the 350,000 sq. ft. facility, Perry Ellis International distributes Nike Swim, golf brands, and leather goods to all major retailers.

Employment Opportunities Include:

  • Warehouse Associates
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