Merchandise Associate

LHH is partnering with a global consumer lifestyle brand to find a TEMP Associate Merchandiser. In this role, you will support the development and execution of regional merchandise strategies that drive strong consumer engagement while meeting financial targets. You'll partner closely with merchandising leadership and cross‐functional teams to ensure the right product is delivered to the right stores at the right time. Ideal candidates have 1+ year of merchandising or related experience, strong analytical skills, and a passion for style, trends, and consumer‐led decision making.The organization is seeking a detail‐oriented, analytically minded merchandising professional to join the team for a short‐term 2 month contract, beginning ASAP. The team operates in a hybrid environment, with in‐office collaboration Tuesday–Thursday in Orange County, CA. This contract offers a pay rate of $29-$31/hr for a 40‐hour workweek.What you will do:Support regional merchandise planning across pre‐season, seasonal, and in‐season executionPartner cross‐functionally to deliver assortment, pricing, and marketplace strategies aligned to business goalsManage in‐season performance, including capacity input, promotional support, and markdown decisionsAnalyze consumer demand and regional trends to inform assortment and planning decisionsProduce reporting and insights to support ongoing product and performance decisionsWhat you will bring:1+ year of merchandising or related experienceStrong strategic, analytical, and financial acumenExcellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present insights clearlyProven problem‐solving and organizational skillsProficiency in MS Office (especially Excel)Strong sense of style, color trends, and athletic/lifestyle productAbility to work collaboratively in a fast‐paced, cross‐functional environmentMust be based in Southern California and able to work onsite Tues–Thurs in Costa Mesa, CAIf this sounds like you, please apply!Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate toThe Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:• The California Fair Chance Act• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance