Merchandising Operations Specialist
United States of America - Irvine, California; United States of America - Perris, California
Job Summary:
The Merchandising Operations Specialist supports execution of merchandising priorities by leading project coordination, maintaining and improving processes, maintaining data integrity, and driving cross-functional alignment. This role is responsible for ensuring timelines are met, processes are optimized, and merchandising initiatives are executed efficiently at scale
Job Expectations:
- Own project tracking for key merchandising initiatives, including building and maintaining timelines, monitoring progress, and ensuring accountability across stakeholders
- Identify, develop, and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and support scalable merchandising workflows
- Coordinate cross-functional efforts with partners, including Marketing and IM&P, to ensure alignment and timely execution of merchandising programs
- Maintain and report on merchandising data to provide visibility into project status, priorities, and performance
- Oversee accuracy and ongoing maintenance of Master Vendor Data
- Data extraction from systems to support needs of team and cross functional partners
- Track and manage supplier and brand information in alignment with merchandising priorities and initiatives
- Lead execution of special projects, ensuring deliverables are completed on time and aligned with business needs
- Coordinate merchandising team operations, including organizing meetings, managing communications, and supporting team events
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Required:
- Strong project coordination and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
- High attention to detail, particularly with data accuracy and process execution
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent organization skills and ability to multi-task
Preferred:
- Experience working with product, vendor, or merchandising data
Equipment Knowledge:
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Experience with Google Business Suite (Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Forms) preferred
- Familiarity with AI tools and platforms to support productivity, reporting, or process optimization
Experience Requirements:
Generally requires a minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of experience in merchandising, operations, e-commerce, or a related field
Education Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field preferred, or a combination of education and equivalent work experience.
Anticipated Pay Scale:
$77,000 - $83,000 USD