Merchandising Specialist - Remote

Job Overview:

The Merchandising Specialist plays a critical role in supporting the execution of merchandising and promotional programs by ensuring accuracy, integrity, and timely input of item, pricing, and promotional data across systems.

This role partners closely with Category Management and Sales & Promotions teams to support weekly ad execution, vendor programs, pricing, and assortment management, ensuring that all promotional and merchandising activities are executed accurately and efficiently.

The Merchandising Specialist serves as a key operational bridge between category strategy and promotional execution, supporting the flow of data and information that enables effective sales-driving programs.

• Input and maintain promotional, pricing, and deal information across merchandising and ad planning systems
• Ensure accuracy of promotional data, including:
  
  Item selection, Pricing, Vendor funding, Promotional dates, and details
• Support execution of weekly ad programs, events, and promotional initiatives
• Validate promotional inputs prior to publication to ensure accuracy and consistency

• Maintain accurate item, assortment, and pricing information across multiple systems
• Ensure alignment between merchandising systems and promotional planning tools
• Support updates related to assortment changes, new items, and item discontinuations
• Assist in maintaining data integrity across all merchandising and promotional platforms

• Assist with setup and tracking of vendor promotions and trade funding programs
• Support Category Managers in maintaining accurate records related to deals, contracts, and funding
• Review vendor promotional submissions for completeness and accuracy
• Help ensure promotions align with agreed vendor terms and program details

• Partner with Sales & Promotions Coordinators to ensure smooth execution of promotional workflows
• Collaborate with Category Management, Marketing, and Operations teams
• Act as a liaison between merchandising, promotions, and support functions to resolve issues
• Respond to internal and external questions related to item, pricing, or promotion details

• Gather, compile, and organize data to support category and promotional analysis
• Create and maintain reports, spreadsheets, and templates that support execution and decision-making
• Assist in tracking promotional performance inputs and validating supporting data
• Support ad hoc reporting and information requests

• Ensure accurate processing of exception orders and system transactions
• Identify and resolve discrepancies in pricing, promotions, and item data
• Support troubleshooting of system or execution issues related to promotions
• Maintain high standards of accuracy and timeliness in all deliverables

• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and workflow execution
• Support implementation of process improvements and system enhancements
• Contribute to documentation and standardization of processes

• Provide responsive, professional support to internal teams and external partners
• Ensure timely resolution of issues impacting promotional and merchandising execution
• Contribute to consistent and high-quality execution supporting retailer satisfaction
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Associate degree or equivalent experience required

• 1–3 years of experience in merchandising, retail, supply chain, or related field
• Experience with pricing, promotions, or item data management preferred