Merchandise Operations & Vendor Relations Specialist

Starboard; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Starboard is seeking a Merchant Coordinator to oversee the total Merchandise operation in the office. This role supports daily department operations affecting sales, gross margin, and weeks of supply, and collaborates with vendors to resolve issues while coordinating with onboard personnel on merchant requests.

Key duties include item maintenance, pricing, data entry, vendor setup, and weekly communications.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in merchandising or related business field.
• Merchandising concepts, pricing, and category management basics.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to build vendor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Maintain SKU data and set up vendors.
• Pricing management including markdowns and voyage pricing.
• Prepare and send monthly sales reports; respond to vendor data requests.
• Communicate with shipboard teams and customer service; support merchandising projects.

Skills

Merchandising

Business acumen

Communication

Relationship management

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Starboard is seeking a Merchant Coordinator to oversee the total Merchandise operation in the office. This role supports daily department operations affecting sales, gross margin, and weeks of supply, and collaborates with vendors to resolve issues while coordinating with onboard personnel on merchant requests.

Key duties include item maintenance, pricing, data entry, vendor setup, and weekly communications.