ASSOCIATE MERCHANDISING MANAGER

ABOUT YOU:

Step into the role of Merchandising Manager and become the driving force behind our eCommerce success! In this key position, you’ll lead the charge in crafting an irresistible online shopping experience that boosts sales and elevates our brand. With a sharp eye for optimizing product assortments and a strategic approach to maximizing revenue, you’ll leverage data-driven insights to enhance product visibility and keep our platform at the forefront of market trends. You'll play a vital role in launching and growing our exciting new venture, The Mascot Shop, ensuring it becomes a standout destination for our customers. This role demands a deep understanding of merchandising principles, market trends, and consumer behavior, as well as a collaborative spirit to work closely with sales channels, product development, UX, and marketing teams. If you’re passionate about creating engaging shopping experiences and driving eCommerce growth, this is the opportunity to make your mark!

YOU HAVE:

• Education: A Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field.

• Experience: At least 3 years of prior experience in merchandising, with proven experience in eCommerce merchandising or a related field. A strong track record of driving sales growth and optimizing product assortment.

• Technical Skills: Deep understanding of eCommerce platforms, merchandising best practices, and digital marketing strategies. Proficiency in eCommerce analytics tools, SEO techniques, and data analysis.

• Project Management: Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively cross-functionally and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

• Strategic and Creative Thinking: A creative thinker with a strategic mindset, analytical problem-solving skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences.

  YOU WILL:

• Merchandising Strategy Development: Develop and execute a comprehensive eCommerce merchandising strategy for The Mascot Shop, aligning with business objectives, data insights, go-to-market (GTM) strategies, and current trends.

• Core Product Merchandising Plan: Create, manage, and implement the merchandising plan in collaboration with the VP of Merchandising. Partner with Product Development, Sales, and UX/IT teams to ensure that the execution of GTM plans aligns with the company’s financial goals.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, Product Development, Digital Marketing/Data, and UX/IT teams to ensure alignment and coordination of merchandising initiatives, product launches, and promotional campaigns.

• Content Management: Work with creative teams to develop compelling product content, including descriptions, imagery, and multimedia assets, to optimize product presentation and enhance the online shopping experience.

• Performance Analysis and Optimization: Utilize analytics tools and reporting metrics to monitor eCommerce performance, analyze product sales trends, and identify opportunities for optimization. Adjust merchandising strategies and tactics to maximize sales revenue and profitability.

• Market Research and Competitive Analysis: Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and trend forecasting to identify emerging market opportunities, competitive threats, and consumer preferences, informing merchandising strategies and product assortment decisions.

• Typical/expected % of overnight travel: <5%

  LOVE WHERE YOU WORK:

• We care about your health. We offer competitive healthcare (health, dental, vision, coverage) in addition to voluntary benefits including home and car insurance, pet insurance, flexible spending account, amongst many more.

• We invest in your future. Our 401K plan has immediate vesting, so you can start saving for retirement right away.

• We believe in flexibility. We provide hybrid work options.

• We want you to unplug when needed. We believe in taking your time off without guilt and offer accrued paid time off and company paid holidays. *For Washington residents, you will receive 13 vacation days, 8 paid sick leave, 8 company paid holidays, and family paid leave.

• We care about your development. We support tuition reimbursement after 6 months of service.

  APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 31st

  ABOUT US:

  Celebrating over 125 years of business, Jostens has been a part of local communities, working with K-12 schools, colleges and universities, teams, and affiliation groups. Representatives from Jostens touch thousands of schools and groups every day, working to make a difference with products and services that recognize accomplishments and help people tell their stories. These products, along with resources for educators, yearbook curriculum and services to help motivate and inspire like Jostens Renaissance® and Commitment to Graduate (C2G) are all designed to contribute to a positive and rewarding school experience. As a household name and leading brand in our market, we are passionate about being the most trusted partner in celebrating moments that matter. We are a mid-size company with a small company feel, allowing us to move fast and explore innovative ideas.

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  ALL ABOUT PRODUCT:

  Our Product team drives the ideation and development of a product offering that supports our consumers; educators, parents and students alike, in celebrating their achievement with pride. The team is comprised of several product categories including jewelry, stationery, graduation regalia, apparel, and celebratory accessories. This highly collaborative group works directly with Marketing, Sales, Digital & Operations in business decision-making and strategy decisions to support product introductions. Team members are expected to be immersed in consumer data, direct and indirect competitive landscape, and relevant product trends. We proudly manufacture a large majority of our products in the USA by Jostens owned and operated factories. The product team is the driver of the development process and decision making, whilst working side by side with our sourcing team to make the best purchasing and development decisions for the overall business. The success of our team is directly related to a culture of cross-team collaboration. Jostens allows for a hybrid work setting that focuses on creating professional and personal development. We can’t wait to show you what our Product Team has to offer at Jostens!

  AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA):

  Jostens is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the position, please reach out to our HR team at recruiter@jostens.com or (952) 830-3399.

  Jostens is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.

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