Studio Merchandise & Props Coordinator

Schawk USA LLC; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Marks, part of the Propelis Group, is seeking a Merchandise Coordinator to manage merchandise throughout the content production lifecycle at our Grand Rapids studio. This onsite role supports inventory tracking, procurement, and product preparation for photo and video shoots.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in merchandising or related field and 5+ years of coordination/logistics experience, with strong Excel and Mac OS skills. Flexibility for fast-paced projects is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Merchandising, Finance or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the key accountabilities of the job required
• 5+ years of previous merchandise coordination, inventory management and/or logistics experience
• Experience working in a studio environment, warehouse, or stock room
• Experience using MAC operating systems
• Moderate-level skill in Microsoft Office suite, specifically Excel
• Ability to stand and work on a cement studio floor for up to a full workday
• High degree of proficiency MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications
• Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning)
• Solid understanding and application of mathematical concepts
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to work with and influence peers and senior management
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting
• Valid drivers license and clean driving record

Responsibilities

• Receiving and checking incoming merchandise into Creative Force and maintaining accurate inventory/location information as merchandise moves through the studio workflow
• Tracking expected merchandise and communicating with producers when items are late, missing, or otherwise not available for scheduled production
• Managing the merchandise lifecycle through production, including purging/disposition at the appropriate time
• Procuring and transferring merchandise and props from Meijer stores for photo and video shoots
• Supporting merchandise preparation as needed, particularly for softlines, which could include steaming, ironing, and getting products photo-ready
• Maintaining accurate merchandise and inventory records within Creative Force and related studio systems

Skills

Organization

Team Player

Detail-oriented

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Merchandising or related field

Tools

MAC OS

Excel

Job description

Marks, part of the Propelis Group, is seeking a Merchandise Coordinator to manage merchandise throughout the content production lifecycle at our Grand Rapids studio. This onsite role supports inventory tracking, procurement, and product preparation for photo and video shoots.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in merchandising or related field and 5+ years of coordination/logistics experience, with strong Excel and Mac OS skills. Flexibility for fast-paced projects is essential.