Merchandise Analyst Jobs in Massachusetts

Job Title: Retail Project Merchandiser Watertown,MA Company: ASM International Location: Watertown, MA Description: There is a measurable amount of satisfaction in knowing that your ideas, talents, and experience can make a difference.Advantage Sales and Marketing, LLC (ASM) and our companiesembrace diversity and the development of a performance driven culture and company.We strive to attract the most talented candidates to join our team, because we value people as our most strategic and competitive asset. Simply put, we believe in our associates and invest in them accordingly.Our positions encompass all aspects of business: sales, marketing, category management, merchandising, finance, business development, administration, information technology, human resources, and more!Job PurposeA Retail Project Merchandiser can be responsible for merchandising Client products at retail accounts to ensure Client standards are met. The ideal candidate is self-motivated and driven to succeed. This person should have strong communication skills, and the ability to build relationships with store personnel. They must possess excellent organizational skills and have the ability to work independently. Job duties vary from project to project and these associates are encouraged to only sign up for projects for which they possess the necessary skill set.Job ResponsibilitiesDistribution auditsNew Item Cut InsResetsDisplay BuildingPOS PlacementPharmacy DetailingAssemblyMystery ShoppingCustomer RelationsReporting AdministrationSafetyJob RequirementsHigh School Diploma or G.E.D.Strong analytical and problem solving skillsStrong communication skills both written and verbalStrong critical thinking skillsMust be able to present information to store management as needed and be able to participate in meetings with other business partnersMust be able to prioritize effectively, work independently or as part of a project team to complete multiple tasks concurrentlyBasic Computer SkillsTravel Requirements10%, overnight travel is not required on all projects, only a select few.Physical DemandsContinuously (66 - 100%): n/aFrequently (33-66%): Sit, stand, walk, use hands and/or legs for repetitive motion, fine manipulationOccasionally (up to 33% of time): Bend and/or stoop, crawl and/or climb, kneel, push, pull, work on unprotected heights, be exposed to marked changes in temperature and humidity, be exposed to harmful fumes and/or other pollutants, use feet and/or legs for repetitive motion, left and right, simple grasping, firm grasping (pushing pulling arm controls), lifting and/or carrying, up to ten pounds (sedentary level), 11 - 20 lbs. (light level)Never (0% of shift): Operate mechanical machinery, lifting and/or carrying, 20 - 50 lbs. (medium work level), 52 - 74 lbs. (heavy work), 75 - 100 lbs. (heavy work)This is a list of the major responsibilities, duties, and requirements necessary for this position. It may not be all-inclusive and may be subject to change at the discretion of management in accordance with business needs.How far are you willing to allow yourself to go in order to make an impact?Think endless possibilities, limitless opportunities, and a challenging environment to grow in.Pursue your potential, reward yourself, and advance your career with Advantage Sales and Marketing.Advantage Sales and Marketing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values workplace diversity.

Job Title: Retail Project Merchandiser - Milford,MA Company: ASM International Location: Milford, MA Description: There is a measurable amount of satisfaction in knowing that your ideas, talents, and experience can make a difference.Advantage Sales and Marketing, LLC (ASM) and our companiesembrace diversity and the development of a performance driven culture and company.We strive to attract the most talented candidates to join our team, because we value people as our most strategic and competitive asset. Simply put, we believe in our associates and invest in them accordingly.Our positions encompass all aspects of business: sales, marketing, category management, merchandising, finance, business development, administration, information technology, human resources, and more!Job PurposeA Retail Project Merchandiser can be responsible for merchandising Client products at retail accounts to ensure Client standards are met. The ideal candidate is self-motivated and driven to succeed. This person should have strong communication skills, and the ability to build relationships with store personnel. They must possess excellent organizational skills and have the ability to work independently. Job duties vary from project to project and these associates are encouraged to only sign up for projects for which they possess the necessary skill set.Job ResponsibilitiesDistribution auditsNew Item Cut InsResetsDisplay BuildingPOS PlacementPharmacy DetailingAssemblyMystery ShoppingCustomer RelationsReporting AdministrationSafetyJob RequirementsHigh School Diploma or G.E.D.Strong analytical and problem solving skillsStrong communication skills both written and verbalStrong critical thinking skillsMust be able to present information to store management as needed and be able to participate in meetings with other business partnersMust be able to prioritize effectively, work independently or as part of a project team to complete multiple tasks concurrentlyBasic Computer SkillsTravel Requirements10%, overnight travel is not required on all projects, only a select few.Physical DemandsContinuously (66 - 100%): n/aFrequently (33-66%): Sit, stand, walk, use hands and/or legs for repetitive motion, fine manipulationOccasionally (up to 33% of time): Bend and/or stoop, crawl and/or climb, kneel, push, pull, work on unprotected heights, be exposed to marked changes in temperature and humidity, be exposed to harmful fumes and/or other pollutants, use feet and/or legs for repetitive motion, left and right, simple grasping, firm grasping (pushing pulling arm controls), lifting and/or carrying, up to ten pounds (sedentary level), 11 - 20 lbs. (light level)Never (0% of shift): Operate mechanical machinery, lifting and/or carrying, 20 - 50 lbs. (medium work level), 52 - 74 lbs. (heavy work), 75 - 100 lbs. (heavy work)This is a list of the major responsibilities, duties, and requirements necessary for this position. It may not be all-inclusive and may be subject to change at the discretion of management in accordance with business needs.How far are you willing to allow yourself to go in order to make an impact?Think endless possibilities, limitless opportunities, and a challenging environment to grow in.Pursue your potential, reward yourself, and advance your career with Advantage Sales and Marketing.Advantage Sales and Marketing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values workplace diversity.

Job Title: Sr Merchandising Analyst Company: Staples Location: Framingham, MA Description: The Sr. Merchandising Analyst will be responsible for providing analytical information and reporting in support of the Contract Merchandising team. Both the legacy CE and Staples systems and data will be used to produce comprehensive analyses. Develop Performance and Decision Support AnalyticsDevelop regular reports to evaluate the current performance (sales, % of sales, gross margin, net profitability, etc.) of categories and brands.Interpret historical trends and drill down as required to determine findings.Partner with the Category Merchants to understand their needs and goals.Deliver strategic, insightful and actionable recommendations in accordance with business objectives.Support Ad Hoc and Seasonal RequestsTranslate business questions into data needs and relevant metrics. Provide data and analysis to facilitate VPA negotiations, category bids, product demand shifting and other merchandising activities.Evaluate ad hoc requests to determine potential for addition to the Contract Reports Database.Special InitiativesConduct analysis of special programs and test initiatives.Work with the Category Merchants to understand the goals of the program and develop a comprehensive view of the results.Recommend changes and improvements to maximize success and ensure a smooth launch.Analyze the results and provide recommendations for next steps.

Job Title: Sr. Analyst Merchandise Company: Staples Location: Framingham, MA Description: This position is an integral component of the Portfolio Performance Management team within the Merchandising department, reporting into the Director of Performance Management.The Portfolio team has four main objectives, focused on formulating strategic plans for our product categories within the SBD business, managing performance, evaluating the growth outlook and finally reacting to and maximizing sales and margin performance through promotional opportunity. The group utilizes a highly analytical, strategic approach to each of its functions which it delivers through strong cross-functional partnership between SBD Marketing, Merchandising, and Finance. In addition the team serves as the operational core to SBD maintaining and developing Merchandising databases that ensure promotional accuracy and reporting, inventory and inactive inventory management, financial reporting, promotional reporting, SKU data base management and SKU set up.Key job responsibilities include:Develop Merchandising Sales and Margin ForecastManage the SBD Merchandising Monthly Sales and Margin forecast process, work with Merchants and Directors to build accurate monthly sales and margin forecast by department, lead effort in building consensus forecast with SBD Finance and synthesize the story to deliver to SVP of SBD on monthly basis Improve Sales and Margin forecast accuracy of by month, improving the inputs used to develop forecast including, but not limited to (Promotional impact, historical trending, accurate baselines, forecast accuracy, and business seasonality) Work closely with SBD Portfolio team, Merchandising Directors and VPs and Marketing to build consensus around the sales and margin drivers and drags of the forecast Annual Budget ProcessDevelop Role and Intents for each product and service category within Staples’ portfolio of offerings driving the annual budgeting process for financial targets and allocation of resources Own and facilitate the Product level sales and adjusted margin budget, deliver a budget with input from key cross functional partners including, SBG, Marketing, Finance, Retail, building to thoughtful planRoadmap MeetingManage the new weekly Roadmap meeting process, working with Merchants to organize performance metrics, historical trends of their business and assisting development of thoughtful go forward plan Maintain the Roadmap schedule ensuring cross-functional participationProduct End Of Life ProcessHelp revive and rebuild a new end-of-life SKU management process focused on improving sell-through while maximizing margin dollars