Merchandise Associate

Our client is looking for an Associate Merchandiser to join their team. You'll be a member of our Global Footwear Merchandising team, reporting to a Merchandiser within a category. You will be responsible for maintaining the seasonal global line plan throughout the go-to-market (GTM) calendar. You’ll provide sample control and management, in addition to other support tasks related to seasonal product creation. You'll collaborate and liaise with Global Design, Product Development, Planning and Supply Chain Operations, as well as other global and regional footwear merchandising team members. Type : Contract Location : Stratham, NH (Hybrid onsite 3-4 days/week) Duration : ASAP - EOY Hours : 40/week Pay Range : $28.17/hr. Responsibilities Creating and maintaining detailed and accurate product line information in the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system as well as other milestone documents, including internal development/ download, costing and pre-sample/sales sample discrepancy reports Organizing, tracking, and archiving samples on a seasonal basis for team use and for all milestone meetings Preparing product tools for all milestone meetings; organizing physical product and preparing presentation boards, etc. Ensuring accurate data is provided for box labels; gathering necessary product, validating images and text, updating PLM as needed Communicating with Global Footwear Merchandising Team and Planning/Operations to action any changes to the product line information as necessary Entering supply orders, samples orders, and liaising with customer service, legal, finance, sales planning and marketing on behalf of the team to address questions or issues. Manage the tracking, organization, and distribution of prototypes and sales samples to ensure timely availability and accurate inventory. What do you need to succeed? Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Photoshop Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, in English Strong organizational skills A strong attention to accuracy and detail The energy and flexibility suitable for a fast-paced environment The ability to organize and prioritize multiple initiatives under tight timelines The ability to identify and address problems independently #J-18808-Ljbffr 24 Seven Talent