Remote Merchandising Analyst I – Data-Driven Insights

Clark Associates; Lancaster (Lancaster County); Remote; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Associates is seeking an entry-level Merchandising Analyst 1 to support the merchandising team with product assortment, pricing, and performance evaluation. You will develop foundational knowledge of category economics, item setup, and reporting while executing tasks accurately and on time.

The role involves data-driven analysis, collaboration with vendors, and contributing to cost-to-serve and pricing initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong Excel skills with pivot tables and lookups.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic understanding of eCommerce platforms and product lifecycle.
• Clear, professional communication within teams; asks questions early.
• Provides timely status updates to merchant or analyst lead.
• Reliable and consistent in deliverables; escalates issues appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates quotes, supports sourcing decisions, and completes new item setup with data integrity.
• Conducts trend research to support merchant decision-making.
• Pulls and summarizes performance data for negotiations including margin and rebates.
• Prepares negotiation materials and recommendations for merchant review.
• Manages timelines, trackers, RFQ development, and basic product testing with vendors.
• Supports pricing strategy by analyzing reporting and flagging low-margin opportunities.
• Creates shopping documents for Operations to ensure accurate execution.
• Coordinates web enhancements with Web Content to improve category experience.

Skills

Excel (pivot tables/lookups)

Attention to detail

eCommerce knowledge

Communication

Status updates

Reliability

Tools

Excel

Job description

Clark Associates is seeking an entry-level Merchandising Analyst 1 to support the merchandising team with product assortment, pricing, and performance evaluation. You will develop foundational knowledge of category economics, item setup, and reporting while executing tasks accurately and on time.

The role involves data-driven analysis, collaboration with vendors, and contributing to cost-to-serve and pricing initiatives.