Merchandising Specialist — Launch & Analytics (Flexible Hours)

Staples; Framingham (MA); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 56.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Generous paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) with company match

Associate store discount

Zusammenfassung

Staples in Framingham is seeking a Merchandise Specialist to support the day-to-day operations of the Merchandising organization. You will help drive category performance through product management, promotional support, market research, competitive analysis, vendor coordination, and data analysis.

Working closely with Buyers, Merchandising leadership, and cross-functional partners, you will assist with product launches, pricing activities, vendor communication, SKU maintenance, and reporting

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree completed within the last 1–2 years or currently pursuing a degree in Business, Merchandising, Marketing, Finance, Economics, Supply Chain or related field.
• Strong Microsoft Office experience and proficiency in Excel.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Aufgaben

• Support Buyers and Merchandising leadership with category management initiatives.
• Attend vendor meetings and collaborate on product plans and opportunities.
• Conduct market research, competitive shopping, and trend analysis to identify growth opportunities.
• Assist with launching new products and supporting vendor onboarding activities.
• Manage SKU setup, vendor maintenance, and product information updates.
• Review and coordinate approval processes for digital and print marketing materials.
• Support pricing activities including price changes, markdowns, coupons, rebates, and price protection programs.
• Analyze sales reports and performance trends to support business decisions.
• Coordinate with internal teams across Merchandising, Marketing, Inventory Planning, Store Operations, and eCommerce.

Kenntnisse

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Proactive mindset

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Business / Merchandising / Marketing / Finance / Economics / Supply Chain

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Pivot Tables

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Jobbeschreibung

Staples in Framingham is seeking a Merchandise Specialist to support the day-to-day operations of the Merchandising organization. You will help drive category performance through product management, promotional support, market research, competitive analysis, vendor coordination, and data analysis.

Working closely with Buyers, Merchandising leadership, and cross-functional partners, you will assist with product launches, pricing activities, vendor communication, SKU maintenance, and reporting