Temporary Associate Merchant

Pentland Brands•Long Beach, CA

4d•$28 - $33•Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Merchant will support the Market Merchandising team in managing a growing portfolio of SMU (Special Make-Up) and Exclusive product. This role is critical in enabling the team to operate more strategically by taking ownership of key operational and administrative merchandising tasks. Working closely with senior team members, this position will ensure accurate data management, efficient sample handling, and timely reporting, allowing the broader team to focus on commercial strategy, account engagement, and in-season agility.

Requirements

1–3 years of experience in merchandising, buying, or a related function
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Comfortable working with data systems (PLM, ERP, or similar tools preferred)
Proficient in Excel and data handling
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Interest in retail, product, and market trends
Thrives in a fast‑paced, team‑first, high‑energy environment, with a positive, can‑do, customer‑focused attitude.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and manage product samples, ensuring timely tracking, organization, and distribution
Support seasonal sample workflows and cross-functional needs
Execute accurate and timely data entry across PLM and DeSL systems
Maintain product information, including forecasted units and catalog data
Support seasonal bulk uploads and system updates
Pull and compile regular data reports to support merchandising decisions
Assist in competitive analysis through tools such as VibeIQ
Conduct competitor online research to inform pricing, assortment, and positioning
Assist in the creation of packaging briefs
Manage catalog manual entry processes during seasonal milestones
Support merchandising team with ad hoc operational tasks as needed