Softlines Coordinator

Meijer Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meijer Rewards

Weekly pay

Scheduling flexibility

Paid parental leave

Paid education assistance

Team member discount

Development programs for advancement

Job summary

Meijer is seeking a proactive coordinator to support Softlines teams with administrative and project tasks. This role involves organizing samples, tracking progress, and preparing reports using Microsoft 365 tools while coordinating meetings and events across departments.

The position follows a hybrid work model (Mon-Wed in office, Thu-Fri flexible remote) with opportunities for growth and education support as Meijer invests in its people and communities.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• At least one year of related experience; additional job-specific training may be provided.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and follow-through, with ability to shift priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, organize, track, pack, and distribute product samples across Softlines to reach teams, vendors, and campus locations by required dates.
• Provide administrative and project support to multiple Softlines teams and leaders across functions.
• Respond to changing priorities and evolving requests with a calm, solutions-focused approach.
• Communicate clearly through in-person and digital channels to gather information and support timely follow-through.
• Prepare reports, trackers, and materials using Microsoft 365 tools and department systems.
• Schedule meetings, coordinate logistics, and support presentations and events from planning through execution.
• Maintain accurate files and confidential information per company policies.
• Anticipate team needs and complete project work; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Self-starter

Team support across Softlines

Strong organizational skills

Clear written and verbal communication

Microsoft 365 proficiency

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

As a family company, we serve people and communities.

When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family – take care of your career and your community!

• Meijer Rewards
• Weekly pay
• Scheduling flexibility
• Paid parental leave
• Paid education assistance
• Team member discount
• Development programs for advancement and career growth

What You'll be Doing:

• Coordinate, organize, track, pack, and distribute product samples across Softlines, ensuring items and packages reach the appropriate teams, vendors, and campus locations by required dates.
• Provide responsive administrative and project support to multiple Softlines teams and leaders, building productive relationships across functions.
• Respond to changing priorities, similar and overlapping workstreams, and evolving requests with a calm, steady, and solutions-focused approach.
• Communicate clearly and professionally through in-person and digital channels to gather information, coordinate work, and support timely follow-through.
• Research, analyze, and interpret information; prepare reports, trackers, and other materials using current Microsoft 365 tools and department systems as required by project or task.
• Schedule meetings, coordinate logistics, prepare materials, and support presentations and events from planning through execution for the teams you support.
• Maintain accurate departmental files, records, documentation, and confidential information in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Anticipate team needs, troubleshoot issues, complete project work, process routine departmental materials, and perform other related duties as assigned.
• This job profile is not meant to be all inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required.

What You Bring with You (Qualifications):

• A hardworking, dedicated, and motivated self-starter who takes ownership, follows through, and anticipates needs.
• Ability to interact with and support many different teams across Softlines while maintaining a professional, collaborative, and service-oriented approach.
• Associate degree or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• At least one year of related experience; additional job-specific training may be provided.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and follow-through, and the ability to shift priorities on the fly while managing ambiguity and multiple ever-changing priorities.
• Ability to identify critical issues, respond appropriately, and keep work moving in a fast-paced environment Resourcefulness, initiative, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to gather and interpret information and recommend practical solutions.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of team members, leaders, partners, callers, vendors and visitors.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications and the ability to learn and effectively use department-specific systems, reporting tools, and digital workflows.
• Ability to create and maintain reports, charts, presentations, trackers, and other business materials.
• Ability to safely lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds, push carts, and pack, transport, and organize samples and packages.
• Transport samples and packages across campus buildings by required dates.
• Operate standard office and sample‑handling equipment and follow applicable safety, confidentiality, and company procedures.

This role follows our corporate Hybrid schedule of Monday-Wednesday in office and Thursday-Friday flexible remote. However, project volume and department needs may require additional days in office.

We opened our doors more than 90 years ago with the goal of helping people provide for themselves and their family. Today we’re a multi-billion dollar retailer with more than 70,000 employees across six states. Our Midwest geography includes corporate offices in Grand Rapids, Michigan, plus manufacturing facilities, distribution centers and over 270 stores across Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio and Wisconsin.

Meijer is an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to treating all persons with dignity and respect. Meijer's policy is to not discriminate because of any applicant or team member's race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, religion, age, physical or mental disability, uniformed service or veteran status, or any other lawfully-protected classification.

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