What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ecommerce, Associate Merchandiser position at Vida Shoes International?
Job Posting/Description: (ON SITE)
Since 1973, Vida Shoes International has been committed to becoming a global leader in the footwear industry. We are dedicated to designing, producing and marketing quality branded footwear using our expansive international resources. Our wealth of knowledge stems from the diversity of brands and successful products we have produced year after year.
Summary
We’re looking for a motivated, customer obsessed E- commerce Associate to join our growing team at Vida Shoes and striderite.com! The E- commerce Associate will assist the Director in all efforts to meet the sales goals of the E-commerce business by executing a best-in-class website through effective site merchandising tactics and data-driven analytics. This individual will be able to pair digital expertise with creative problem solving to help oversee all aspects of E-commerce operations, while assisting in developing strategies that will create the optimal customer experience.
Job Title: Ecommerce, Associate Merchandiser
Compensation: $ 60,000.00-$75,000.00
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the product launch process, ensuring accurate categorization, pricing, and merchandising to support overall business strategies.
- Regularly monitor and update product data on the website, including categories, images, product descriptions, links, and pricing.
- Review daily analytics reports and synthesize data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, collaborating with the Director to implement quick and effective decisions.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including merchandising, creative, and marketing, to coordinate product imagery, copy, and photo shoots for a seamless e-commerce experience.
- Support the Director in planning email marketing campaigns, seasonal concepts, site navigation improvements, and new functionality to enhance the customer journey across desktop, mobile, and tablet.
- Participate in line review meetings to understand business strategies and align merchandising efforts with overall goals.
- Help prepare quarterly hindsight documents, working closely with the Director and Planner to evaluate performance and identify growth opportunities.
- Stay informed on industry trends and competitor activities to proactively inform merchandising strategies and optimize key performance metrics.
- Use project management tools (e.g., Asana) to track creative requests, manage tasks, and ensure timely delivery of assets.
- Provide general support to the Director and Planner in executing various projects designed to drive growth across the e-commerce business.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required.
- 2 years of experience in digital/e-commerce merchandising, with a solid understanding of web analytics.
- Strong merchandising skills with a good eye for detail and product presentation.
- Experience in Shopify or similar platform (i.e. Magento, Big Commerce, Salesforce, etc.)
- Knowledge of retail math and key performance metrics (e.g., markdowns, OTB).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high standard of quality.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills.
Thank you in advance for your interest in this opening. Vida Shoes International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. At this time, only qualified candidates will be contacted. #LI-ONSITE
Direct applicants only, no third-party staffing inquiries, please. Do NOT reach out to HR if you are a third-party staffing agency.
Salary : $60,000 - $75,000