Merchandising Assistant: Category & Product Strategy

Michaels; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Michaels Companies, Inc. seeks a Merchandising professional to help execute category and assortment strategies that align with business goals.

You will collaborate with vendors and internal teams to ensure category objectives are met, while supporting pricing, promotions, and seasonal planning. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 2+ years merchandising experience, and strong analytical skills to drive data-informed decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Merchandising, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of merchandising or equivalent experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of category strategies that align with business goals and customer needs.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to ensure category objectives are met.
• Support development and maintenance of a balanced and customer-relevant product assortment.
• Analyze sales performance and customer feedback to identify assortment opportunities.
• Assist in pricing, promotions, and ad proofing tasks.

Skills

Analytical & problem-solving

Collaboration

Adaptability

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Merchandising, or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

The Michaels Companies, Inc. seeks a Merchandising professional to help execute category and assortment strategies that align with business goals.

You will collaborate with vendors and internal teams to ensure category objectives are met, while supporting pricing, promotions, and seasonal planning. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 2+ years merchandising experience, and strong analytical skills to drive data-informed decisions.