What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Merchandiser position at Syndicatebleu?
Our client, a well-known entertainment company is seeking a contracted Assistant Merchandiser to join their team ASAP. They are looking for someone who would feel comfortable working a long-term contract with the possibility of getting extended.
The Assistant Merchandiser will be responsible for product strategy for a collection of products or initiatives for Category in the development of the highest quality, consumer-focused, trend-right product lines across all channels of distribution (licensing, flex business models, vertical and wholesale).
*Hybrid schedule - Onsite Monday - Thursdays and Fridays remote.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in creating the product strategy for a collection of products or initiatives for a Category
- Research, organize findings, assemble input from key partners and prepare presentation decks, briefs and recaps for key milestone meetings
- Establish perspective on what’s working and why to consistently improve product line
- Demonstrated passion for consumer and product trends
- Deliver all item set-up information within designated global systems across vertical channels
- Attend cross-functional team meetings to assist with the input/output of communication
- Coordinate samples among key partners and room set ups for product showcases
- Manage updates and maintenance of the Range Plan
- Prepare and maintain a catalog of merchandise by quarter (photobooks)
Basic Qualifications
- 1 year of progressive experience in Product or Merchandising
- Interest in building a product line for a category or categories of business
- Strategic thinker with the ability to drive execution against a plan
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to maintain relationships with key partners
- Strong Team Player – The ability to build & foster collaborative partnerships across functions & departments
- Well-developed verbal and written communication skills
- Passion for retail and brand merchandising
- Flexible and adaptable with a demonstrated ability to work under pressure while meeting deadlines in a fast paced environment
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills with ability to prioritize workload and concurrently manage multiple projects
- High level of attention to detail; proactive, with strong follow through skills
- Demonstrated positive attitude with the ability to be responsive to feedback and pivot based on changing organization priorities
- Demonstrated personal initiative skills in the workplace, with willingness to learn new skills and processes
If this sounds like a good fit, please submit your resume for consideration!
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Salary : $26 - $30
