Merchandising Specialist

Summary

Join ePromos as a Merchandising Specialist and support the Corporate Merchandising Manager in client account execution and strategy. You will be responsible for product sourcing, assortment planning, data analysis, and creating impactful product presentations. This role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in data-driven decision-making, and excellent project management abilities. Success in this position demands effective cross-functional collaboration and a deep understanding of the promotional products industry. You will manage client accounts, analyze performance data, and curate product assortments aligned with brand guidelines and client goals. The ideal candidate will also contribute to new store implementations and maintain strong client communication.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Merchandising, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of experience in the promotional products industry
• Strong Excel skills, including advanced functions (pivot tables, v-lookups, data validation, etc.)
• Proficiency in analyzing large datasets and turning insights into actionable merchandising strategies
• Working knowledge of Google Analytics, NetSuite (or similar ERP), and e-commerce platforms
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines
• High attention to detail and organizational discipline
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience creating polished, client-ready presentations using PowerPoint
• Ability to work both independently and in team environments
• A creative mindset with strong visual merchandising sensibility
• Analytical thinking and data literacy
• Time management and project prioritization
• Decision-making and problem-solving
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Cross-functional collaboration and relationship building
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Initiative and ownership mindset

Responsibilities

• Meet regularly with Program Account Managers
• Prepare monthly velocity reports and scorecards
• Analyze performance data to support SKU rationalization and identify optimization opportunities
• Conduct carbon footprint reporting in alignment with client requirements (quarterly, annually, etc.)
• Monitor and analyze Google Analytics for product engagement trends and recommend placement changes
• Lead routine account refreshes that are in line with client goals
• Own all client sourcing requests (including one-off, reference-based, and Limited Time Buys) following internal Sourcing Protocol
• Curate customized product assortments aligned to brand guidelines and client goals
• Price products and develop decks with branded visuals, specs, and cost data
• Manage Limited Time Buy (LTB) sourcing, leveraging historical performance to inform selections
• Evaluate SKU expansion requests for feasibility based on account capacity
• Proactively identify underperforming SKUs through SKU Rationalization and recommend items for promotion or phase-out
• Support reorder scenarios by identifying equivalent Elite SKUs
• Utilize internal systems (e.g., NetSuite) and external sources to identify trends across categories
• Share findings with the Merchandising Manager to inform Core Store development and client recommendations
• Integrate trend insights into assortment planning and client refresh cycles
• Support the Corporate Merchandising Manager in launching new client stores by leading meetings, capturing detailed notes, sending timely recaps, and sourcing products aligned with brand and merchandising objectives
• Participate in recurring client calls to gather insights on upcoming merchandising needs
• Capture and distribute detailed meeting notes for internal and client meetings
• Create and deliver high-quality product decks and client-facing presentations

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Ancillary product options
• HSA and FSA
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) with employer matching contributions
• Paid Time Off with Holidays
• An engaging work life with life balance
• Growth opportunities
• 100% remote workforce