Associate Digital Merchandiser (Temporary)

Associate Digital MerchandiserThe Associate Digital Merchandiser will provide valuable support in executing merchandising strategies and maintaining the accuracy of our eCommerce assortment. Your responsibilities will include analyzing site metrics, executing promotions, and maintaining vendor relationships. You will also support in verifying assets and ensuring timely product upload and maintenance. This position offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in digital merchandising while contributing to the success of our online retail business.Planning and AnalyticsDrive sales and profitability growth across the 1P & dropship eCommerce assortmentGenerate and review weekly sales reports for assigned categoriesReview category and key item performance within assigned area of responsibility and identify customer behavior and sales levels; take action based on findings to grow sales and marginsPromotion and Pricing StrategyExecute 1P & dropship sales events and offers online; attend marketing meetings, stay abreast of evolving strategies, proof and validate offers and pricingSuggest promotional opportunities and solicit cost concessions from dropship vendorsMerchandisingDevelop working relationships with CM team (buyers) responsible for assigned categories. Ensure close partnership, open dialogue, and consistent communicationMeet with Category Management teams and ensure all required details are captured for each set including AP tracking, top new item review, etc.Maintain working knowledge of all upcoming in-store sets within assigned categories and ensure their effective translation for the eCommerce customerDevelop and maintain landing pages that support or solve for category-specific needs, including Private Brand and packaging support, QR codes used in signage, product guides, etc.Serve as product expert within the Digital organization for assigned categories of 1P merchandise. Determine specific products to feature within carousels, on CLPs, and for other opportunities across the siteDevelop and maintain site taxonomy, item attributes, and filters for assigned categoriesDevelop and maintain dropship vendor relationships, including management of dropship vendor setup process for new vendors within assigned categoriesProofing and ExecutionVerify assets, oversee and/or execute SKU setup, and validate taxonomy for all 1P sets and new dropship itemsResponsible for accurate and timely product upload, maintenance, and catalog validation for all 1P seasonal and SBA sets, including support for the MIK Pro programProof homepage, landing pages and emails to ensure correct products and offers are featuredVerify 1P items go live on the site on time and as planned, proof items in the live site environmentAdd links to IA document for 1P offers, including creation of customized links as necessaryQualificationsBachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field2+ years of experience in merchandising, digital merchandising, or eCommerceBasic understanding of data analysis tools and eCommerce platformsExperience with eCommerce platforms and merchandising tacticsExcellent communication and collaboration skillsAbility to learn quickly and work collaboratively in a team environmentStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsApplicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit www.michaels.com.At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more. For more information, visit www.michaels.com.Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).