Merchandise Coordinator

Russell Tobin; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 30,307 - 31,491; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

401(k) retirement savings

Employee discounts

Job summary

Russell Tobin is hiring a Retail Merchandise Coordinator in Columbus, OH. This role requires experience in retail operations, merchandising, and inventory management.

The successful candidate will assist in operational projects, develop processes, and work collaboratively with management. A bachelor's degree in fashion or retail is preferred. The position offers a hybrid work schedule and competitive pay, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of store operations experience in retail.
• Experience working with merchandise and inventory management.
• Ability to communicate effectively at various management levels.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely execution of operational projects.
• Develop new processes and communicate with field management.
• Serve as operations expert on international franchise teams.

Skills

Store operations experience

Merchandise management

Data-driven project handling

Collaboration

Excellent organization

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in fashion, merchandising, retail, or related

Job description

Job Title

Retail Merchandise Coordinator

Location

Columbus, OH

Contract Length

6 month contract until end of December 2026 - possible extension and/or conversion to full-time

Schedule

Hybrid schedule - 3 days in office (T,W,TH) and 2 days remote (M.F)

Pay Rate

$22.00 - 22.86 per hour on W2

Employer

Russell Tobin & Associates is currently seeking a Retail Merchandise Coordinator to work for one of our well‑recognized retail companies. Prior experience working in the corporate offices of a retail, consumer goods company is desired.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of store operations experience with a retail chain in beauty, fashion, consumer products, etc.
• Experience working with merchandise, inventory management, etc.
• Individual contributor position responsible for ensuring accurate and timely execution of operational projects.
• Looking for someone who can handle data‑driven projects within store operations.
• Assists with developing new processes and communicating them with all levels of field management.
• Someone with a customer focus and the ability to collaborate with many levels and functions both internal and external.
• Serves as operations expert on international franchise teams.
• Multi‑tasker, pace, excellent organization, written and verbal communication, negotiation and decision‑making skills.
• A bachelor's degree in fashion, merchandising, retail, or a related field, or equivalent experience, is preferred.

Employment Status

Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Why Join?

This role offers the chance to impact financial performance, gain exposure to strong leadership principles and grow professionally — all with competitive pay and potential for long‑term engagement.

Benefits

Russell Tobin and its affiliates offer eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k) retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

EEO Statement

Russell Tobin and its affiliates are an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employer

Russell Tobin and its affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates

Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.