A Well-Known Gifting Company in Jericho, Long Island NY is looking for a Merchandising & Product Development Associate to join the team on a temp-to-perm basis. This role is full-time hours.
Responsibilities:
Prepare line list for new seasonal and core development reflecting a seasonal assortment plan.
Understand and manage packaging and packaging approval process for hard goods.
Receive samples, review for accuracy.
Communicate with procurement on new development options.
Obtain samples for box fit and ensure ship sample approval is executed.
Prepare creative briefs for care cards for products that require explanation.
Ensure products in development are properly test shipped.
Obtain quote sheets and pricing (spec sheets) from hard good suppliers on all quarterly products and pending products currently in development.
Prepare gross margin calculations for products and maintain a gross margin book to include core every day and holiday pricing.
Prepare a monthly visual deck, order in product and prepare all components for shoot in collaboration with photography team.
Identify product name, key attributes, colors and descriptions, functionality, occasion, etc. accentuating the best product details for creative team to review.
Review copy for accuracy and approval.
Ensure all commercialized product goes live with accurate details.
Requirements:
Bachelors degree required.
Ideally 2 + years experience and a a background in merchandising or product development.
Must be organized and have excellent communication skills
Please submit your resume for consideration!
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