Merchandise Assistant

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Introduction

Visium Resources has been asked to identify qualified candidates for this Merchandise Assistant position. This position is a contract opportunity which is expected to be Hybrid Mon.-Thurs onsite in Kissimmee, FL and Remote on Friday for a duration of 1 Year.

Reporting to the Merchandising Manager in Accessories, this individual will assist in creating and executing on the strategy for a collection of highest quality, consumer focused, trend-right product lines for Parks.

• Assist in creating and executing the product strategy for a collection of products or initiatives
• Research, organize findings, assemble input from key partners and prepare presentation decks, briefs and recaps
• Establish perspective on what's working and why to consistently improve product line
• Demonstrated passion for consumer and product trends
• Deliver all item set up information and maintain updates within designated global system, PLM
• Attend cross functional team meetings to assist with the input/output of communication
• Coordinate samples among key partners and room set ups for product showcase
• Prepare and maintain catalog of merchandise by quarter (photobooks)
• Achieve our diversity and inclusion goals through professional growth
• Assist with other Brand Merchandising team projects as needed

• 1-3 years of progressive experience in Product Development and/or Merchandising
• Interest in building a product line for a category or categories of business
• Strategic thinker with the ability to drive execution against a plan
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to maintain relationships with key partners (internal and external)
• The ability to build & foster collaborative partnerships across functions & departments
• Well-developed verbal and written Communication Skills
• Passion for retail and brand merchandising
• Flexible and adaptable with a demonstrated ability to work under pressure while meeting deadlines in a fast paced environment
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills with ability to prioritize workload and concurrently manage multiple projects
• High level of attention to detail; proactive, with strong follow through skills
• Demonstrated positive attitude with the ability to be responsive to feedback and pivot based on changing organization priorities
• Demonstrated personal initiative skills in the workplace, with willingness to learn new skills and processes

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience

• PLM desired
• MS-Suite