Temporary Brand Initiatives Associate

Overview We are authentic, professional providers of fun, focused on building a Great Place To Work For All by staying true to our mission: “Life’s a Party, We’re Makin’ It Fun!” and “So Much Fun It’s Scary!” At Spencer’s and Spirit, we do the right thing always-integrity, fairness, respect, and transparency are our foundation. You will find our culture to be inclusive, passionate, resilient, and one that values differences and embraces all. One Team / One Goal We are leaders and owners of our business success. Whether it’s developing new and exclusive costumes, quality testing products, or implementing technology solutions, our teams understand the value of working collaboratively to embrace change through innovation, curiosity, and thoughtfulness. Responsibilities The Temporary Brand Initiatives Associate is responsible for assisting with strategic brand initiatives as it relates to our Direct to Retail programs, Private Label Brands and other growth strategies. Will work cross functionally with Product Development, Merchandising, Marketing and Creative teams to help execute initiatives. Analyze industry, competition and market trends to provide recommendations for brand/product development Analyze internal sales and data to report on brand growth but utilizing internal systems such as QS, Seasonal Buy and PLM Collaborate with cross functional teams to execute projects Contribute to brainstorming meetings Assist in project management of new brands and corporate initiatives Assist in identifying and developing future category opportunities Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Knowledge of MS Office to include Word, Excel and PowerPoint Strong sense of urgency, drive and passion to take ownership of all projects Able to work independently as well as in a team environment Strong organizational skills and must be detail oriented Ability to multi-task and prioritize Strong communication, writing and analytical skills Interest in Halloween, pop-culture, music, teen lifestyle The pay range reflects the potential rate for this role. Individual base pay is determined by various factors such as relevant experience and skills, and the scope and responsibilities of the position. Pay Range $18.00 per hour