Product Merchandiser

Company: Lakeshore Learning Materials
Location: Carson
Posted on: January 12, 2021

Job Description:

Company DescriptionLakeshore Learning Materials is one of the most innovative manufacturers of educational materials in the country. Specializing in top-quality products for the home and classroom, we are a thriving multichannel organization with a robust web business, multiple catalogs for early learning and elementary programs, over 60 store locations and a sales force that is second to none. Thanks to the daily contributions of the amazing people who make up our team, Lakeshore has experienced continuous growth since the day it was founded in 1954.Job DescriptionCould you be the one?Are you a creative thinker with a love for finding that perfect product? That's awesome, because we're looking for an experienced Product Merchandiser to join the Catalog Merchandising Team at our Carson headquarters. Along with the other members of your team, you'll be sourcing great product, negotiating with vendors and putting together a cohesive product line for each category you manage. The ability to accurately evaluate and communicate sales trends and histories is essential. Bonus points if you have experience with toy merchandising or educational products!A day in the office looks like this:* Sourcing, reviewing and proposing high-quality educational products* Preparing and delivering product presentations to executive management* Analyzing sales reports, communicating histories and trends, and creating action plans for your categories* Communicating with vendors regarding new products and pricing* Planning for category assortments and product placement on catalog pages* Collaborating with cross-channel teams, including Product Development, Purchasing, Editorial and ArtQualificationsGot the skills and experience? Here's what we're looking for:* 2+ years experience as a buyer, merchandiser or product developer* A creative problem solver with the ability to think on your feet* Superb analytical skills with a strong work ethic and attention to detail* A knack for thriving in a fast-changing work environment and adapting to shifting priorities* A self-starter who can work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment* The ability to juggle multiple priorities, stay on schedule and meet deadlines* Top-notch written and verbal communication skills* Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)* Experience with toy merchandising or experience in the classroom a plusAdditional InformationAnd here's our end of the bargain!* Competitive compensation based on skills and experience* Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage-EPO, PPO and HSA* 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)* Flexible benefits-choose what you like, ignore the rest* Exceptional training and support, and all the resources you need to be successful* Super-awesome annual profit bonus plan* On-site preschool for our employees' children* On-site employee gym for all levels/fitness needs* Generous employee discount* Casual dress---and we really mean itAt Lakeshore, we know we couldn't do the extraordinary things we're doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work-it's a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out, we give everything we've got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success, we're constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if you're a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference, we'd love to hear from you.To learn more about Lakeshore, visit www.lakeshorelearning.com/careersEqual Employment Opportunity PolicyPeople are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and mind-boggling talent-not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, AIDS or AIDS-related complex status, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things aren't equal, we all lose.To learn about how we collect and use Applicant information, please visit our Employee/Applicant Privacy Policy. INDRLL2

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