Assistant Merchandiser, Things Remembered - 1-800-Flowers Family of Brands

Position Summary:

Work with Merchandising, Product Development, Auto, Imaging, and Marketing departments to launch and sell TR merchandise online. Including product set up, photography, image faking, copywriting, keywords, dept. assignment, cross-sells, attributes, samples; ensuring consistency of information and accuracy throughout.



Responsibilities:


* Assist in setting up new components and products for the TR brand
* Assist in onsite product setup including creation, personalization setup, copywriting, merchandising, imaging, and proofing
* Create internal Admin projects for each product to go through imaging process; providing accurate personalization information to the design team
* Coordinate samples for photography, imaging, QC and any other sample requests
* Create and manage the TR sample library
* Maintain website product merchandising including reassorting products when on backorder, moving up products that are featured on homepage and in emails, etc
* Analyze personalization being used by customers to optimize future examples
* Review and analyze component and product performance regularly sharing with TR team to continuously improve the overall assortment and offering
* Assist in component and product ideation for development and creation
* Accurately measure components and update descriptions
* Create digital tools and resources to assist in tracking business including sample requests, personalization setup status, email and photography product selection, etc.
* Research competitors based on seasons and holidays



Qualifications:


* Strong computer skills – Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and website experience
* Must possess an extreme attention to detail, and have excellent communication skills
* Must be able to manage multiple projects under tight deadline
* Highly organized with ability to work with minimal supervision
* Comfortable describing product design and uses in copywriting for website, emails, and other writing materials for the customer
* Interest in the gifting market, specifically products for home, jewelry, accessories and more
* Understanding of product manufacturing, product quality, and personalization
* Knowledge of retail business and market is a plus

Experience/Education:


* Education: Bachelors Degree in Fashion/Product Design & Development, Merchandising, or Business desired or will consider equivalent work experience
* Experience: 1-2 years of merchandising, buying, or product development experience. Experience in retail industry a plus.
* Location: must be in Chicago area and able to work from Burr Ridge, IL office at least 3 days a week.



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