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Deluxe Associate Promotional Merchandising Specialist in Lenexa, Kansas
Now is your chance to join an organization that drives change. We’re a company that’s consistently on top employer lists.
Why join us:
There is a reason we boast numerous awards like “Great Place to Work Certified” and “Best Place to Work” For Moms, Dads, LGBTQ, and Vets (just to name a few). At Deluxe, we know that great people make a great organization.
We value our people so offer the typical benefits (401K, PTO, Medical, Dental) PLUS: Flexible time off, volunteer time off, paid maternity/paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, pet bereavement and more!
A culture that keeps people. 42% of our team has been here over 10 years. When we asked our team why, we heard the people, benefits, family/home time, diversity, and team culture.
Hybrid schedule, allowing you flexibility to work from home/remote several days per week.
This role is primarily responsible for supporting all sales channels providing service, information and direction in the Promotional Solutions and Apparel product categories. Uses creative thinking to identify promotional products that will support branding and marketing objectives. Participates in team brainstorming sessions, provides ideas and input towards growth of the promotional solutions business segment.
Job Responsibilities:
Work with Sales to identify customer requirements for promoting business through promotional products and apparel solutions. Using creative approach provide product recommendations through existing supplier network. Create customer facing presentations with merchandising recommendations.
Provide solutions, direction and information to Sales for customer opportunities. Product information, supplier information, pricing, and product images
Work closely with suppliers to understand trends in the marketplace and supplier strengths. Maintain up to date knowledge of the industry to ensure we match customer opportunities with innovative solutions.
Deliver visuals including virtual mock- ups, custom product renderings, spec sample products for customer facing opportunities.
Proactively create customer facing presentations - Based on marketing calendar of events or theme to provide to sales team
Basic Qualifications:
Education and Experience: HS/GED and 2 years or Associate’s and 0 years
Industry experience in Print, Promotional Products, or apparel. (Supplier or Distributor focus)
Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Preferred Qualifications:
Education: Bachelors degree in Sales, Marketing, Merchandising or Business
Experience: 2 years Promotional Product and Apparel, Sales Support
Creative skills – Ability to present creative ideas via visually appealing presentations.
High level of attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communications skills
Ability to multitask
Knowledge of industry search engine/presentation software (ESP and/or SAGE),
Extensive knowledge of decoration techniques for promotional products and apparel.
Creative skills – Ability to merchandise and generate creative branding and marketing solutions (campaigns) using promotional products.
Art creation skills with Adobe Illustrator or similar software.
Knowledge of customer specific inventory and fulfillment programs
Additional Basic Qualifications:
Must be 18 years of age or older
Benefits
In line with our commitment to employee wellbeing, our total rewards benefits package is designed to support the physical, financial, and emotional health of our employees, tailored to meet their unique and evolving needs. Our approach considers our employees’ whole selves, ensuring they can thrive both in and outside of work. Here are some of the benefits we offer, which may vary based on role, location, or hours worked:
Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)
3 weeks of Paid Time Off, Volunteer Time Off, and 9 paid Holidays
Employer-Matched Retirement Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Voluntary Benefits Offerings
Basic Term and Optional Term Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Infertility Treatment, Adoption and Surrogacy Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
W.R. Hotchkiss Foundation Scholarship
These benefits are designed to enhance the health, protect the financial security, and provide peace of mind to our employees and their families.
Deluxe Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, disability, sex, age, ethnic or national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or presentation, pregnancy, genetics, veteran status or any other status protected by state or federal law. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability
Please view the electronic EEO is the Law Poster (https:////www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) which serves to inform you of your equal employment opportunity protections as part of the application process.
Reasonable Accommodation for Job Seekers with a Disability: If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to deluxecareers@deluxe.com .
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