Merchandising Assistant

Minted

Jun 20, 2024

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Junior Level
Hospitality & Retail
$58K - $87K
San Francisco

Requirements

Looking to work in a new, fast-growing category at Minted with the opportunity to build new processes.
Excited by the opportunity to work directly with artists and sellers to grow their businesses.
A self-starter with an owner’s mindset and an ability to prioritize in a fast paced environment and meet changing deadlines and priorities on multiple simultaneous projects.
Someone who takes pride in whatever it is that you are doing. You put in the effort required to make sure your work lives up to your own high standards.
A shopper or collector. You have strong natural retail insights and an understanding of how and why consumers use Minted products, informed by a personal interest in shopping or collecting design or fashion goods. You have a strong personal passion for Minted’s categories of products.
Passionate about design and how it defines product strategy. Design or retail experience or internship is a plus.
Results-driven, focused, and analytical. Outstanding follow-up, organization, and time management skills.
Excited to work in a collaborative team environment and are motivated to ask questions.
You Have:
Proficient skills in Google Sheets and/or Excel
A love for design; however this is not a design role
A love of process, documentation, and organization
A rudimentary understanding of financial retail measurements and how to impact them
The ability to analyze a problem, use data to articulate a recommendation, and take action accordingly.
Experience in e-commerce marketplace and/or seller/vendor relationship management a plus
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
An ability to multitask, organize and problem solve to meet deadlines
An attention to details that results in flawless execution
Ability to maintain a positive attitude
Curiosity, asks questions, probes for clarity and understanding

Responsibilities

Source new sellers and artisans for our third-party marketplace, with the strategic guidance of the category merchant.
Manage external seller communications throughout recruitment, onboarding, and day-to-day operations.
Maintain clear and compelling seller onboarding guides, continually evolving them as we receive seller feedback and update processes.
Review all third-party products prior to launch, coaching sellers on how to present products on our site and ensuring descriptions and images meet Minted brand standards.
Maintain third-party merchandise data, including basic product information, filter assignments, search tags, and related products.
Assist with the online merchandising of the third-party marketplace categories including filters, SKU organization and ranking, and optimizing the overall “shoppability” of assortments.
Remain flexible as team priorities and processes shift.
Build positive relationships with cross functional partners.
Consistently provide all relevant and requested information in a timely manner, keep partners informed and anticipate needs/ questions, as well as risks to timelines.
Exhibit an understanding of your role in the business and how it relates to teammate’s responsibilities.

FAQs

What are the responsibilities of a Merchandising Assistant at Minted?

A Merchandising Assistant at Minted is responsible for supporting the daily operational functions of the merchandising team, specifically for the third-party marketplace. This includes working closely with internal partners like Business Development, Marketing, Artist Relations, and Customer Service to develop and present fresh assortments to inspire customers.

What categories does the Minted Merchandising team focus on?

The Minted Merchandising team focuses on driving sales across various categories including art, wedding, holiday, baby & kids, and gifts.

What is the third-party marketplace at Minted?

The third-party marketplace at Minted is a curated collection of makers and sellers in the categories of wedding, art, and home decor. These products are shipped directly from the makers' studios to Minted customers.

What opportunities for cross-functional development does a Merchandising Assistant have at Minted?

A Merchandising Assistant at Minted will have the opportunity to develop cross functionally with key internal partners such as Business Development, Marketing, Artist Relations, and Customer Service. They may also have the opportunity to present to members of the C Suite.

Minted

A marketplace of independent artists

Fashion & Arts

Industry

201-500

Employees

2007

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Minted is an online marketplace that connects independent artists with consumers seeking unique and personalised products. Their ultimate mission is to empower artists by providing a platform to showcase their creativity and reach a wider audience. Minted's purpose is to offer a diverse range of high-quality, customisable products including art prints, stationery, home decor, and gifts, allowing customers to express their individuality and style through curated designs. Through their innovative platform, Minted aims to foster creativity, support independent artists, and enable customers to discover and purchase distinctive products that inspire and delight.