Contingent Worker - Costa Mesa, CA
1 day ago
Job description
Associate Merchandiser
Location:
Costa Mesa, CA (Hybrid: In-office Tuesday–Thursday)
Contract:
7 Weeks with Potential for Extension
Pay:
$23.43hr W2
About the Role
We are seeking a detail‑oriented
Associate Merchandiser
to support the development and execution of merchandising strategies that engage customers and help achieve the organization's financial goals. Reporting to the Director of Merchandising, this role partners closely with cross‑functional teams—including Planning, In‑Season/Country teams, Visual Merchandising, Digital, Marketing, and Retail Operations—to ensure the delivery of the right product, to the right locations, at the right time.
This role is ideal for someone who is analytical, highly organized, and passionate about product, consumer trends, and marketplace dynamics.
Long-Range & Pre‑Season Planning
- Support and execute marketplace strategies under leadership guidance.
- Assist in building seasonal plans aligned with brand and market objectives.
Seasonal Strategy, Line Architecture & Pricing
- Partner with category leadership to develop and manage regional line architecture and assortment strategies.
- Set in‑region pricing in alignment with global guidelines.
- Balance needs across mono-brand and multi-brand environments.
In‑Season Management
- Provide category and marketplace insights to support execution and manage product capacity.
- Collaborate with regional planning to help meet financial targets.
- Make in‑region promotional and markdown recommendations within global policies.
Consumer Insights & Trend Monitoring
- Track consumer demand trends and marketplace shifts, using insights to guide assortment and planning decisions.
- Provide ad hoc reporting and analysis to support seasonal decision-making.
Regional Relevance
- Identify opportunities to drive region-specific initiatives, segmentation, and assortment strategies.
- Ensure regional needs are communicated and aligned with global functions.
Qualifications & Skills Needed
Top Required Skills
- Strong strategic and analytical ability
- Financial acumen with a drive for achieving results
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and effectively
- Ability to analyze problems and offer creative, logical solutions
Additional Core Skills
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Self‑aware, goal-oriented, and committed to continuous improvement
- Strong sense of style, color awareness, and trend recognition
- Ability to work cross‑functionally in a fast-paced environment
Experience
- At least
1 year of relevant experience
in merchandising, product, retail, or a related field (formal education is valued but not required)
Location Requirement
- Candidates should reside in the
Southern California region
and be able to work on-site in
Costa Mesa, CA, Tuesday–Thursday each week
.
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