Job Title: Merchandising Coordinator
Work Location: This is a hybrid role; minimum 2 days/week working on site at our midtown Manhattan office
Workweek schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week
What You Will Do:
The Merchandising Coordinator will support the Merchandising team and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure necessary action is taken to deliver every day and seasonal assortments for a variety of retailers:
· Ensure the showroom is always organized and presentable, and refreshed weekly with new product
· Create product mock ups by setting up flat art and printing and applying art to product blanks
· Prepare weekly reports
· Maintain understanding of the competitive environment by organizing monthly competitive shopping trips including reports of notable findings
· Create line sheets for Sales presentations and programs
· Coordinate SKU creation with systems including feedback from Sales team
· Ensure samples are reviewed and any comments/changes are communicated each season
· Plan and arrange shipping of samples for trade shows
Who You Are:
- Detail-oriented, process-oriented, and able to handle multiple tasks at once
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Comfortable with regular in-office presence on a hybrid basis
- Passionate with an eye for product
- Knowledge of pop culture
What You Bring:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
- 1-2 years of merchandising, retail buying, product development or related experience
- A background in/knowledge of Graphic Design
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Proficiency in Photoshop and Illustrator
- Experience with consumer brands and licensed products is a plus
- Ability to travel based on business needs
What We Offer :
· Convenient midtown NYC office
· Creative work environment
· Company paid lunch on Wednesdays.
· Comprehensive, competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, medical and dependent care flex plans, qualified transportation benefit, paid vacation/sick/personal days, paid holidays, and more!
Who We Are!
Silver Buffalo is a market leader in licensed house wares and home décor. We are passionate about bringing the world's most beloved brands to life through our exceptional licensed products. With a strong emphasis on design and creativity, we take pride in our ability to capture the essence of each brand and deliver unique and memorable merchandise.
As a leading licensing company, we have established strong partnerships with renowned brands across various industries, including entertainment, sports, fashion, and lifestyle. Our collaborative approach enables us to create a wide range of products that resonate with fans and consumers alike. At the heart of our success is our talented and dedicated team.