Merchandising Intern

AOB Products Company•Columbia, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Merchandising Intern will assist in managing and executing both online and in-store merchandising solutions. In alignment with our brand strategy, the intern will support the mission and scope of the Merchandising department’s in-store and online brand presence. This role is integral to managing assets that support our internal sales and marketing teams. A successful candidate will be collaborative and possess a service-oriented mindset.

Requirements

Some knowledge or interest in marketing and/or merchandising.
Ability to work under tight deadlines in high-pressure environments without compromising quality.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects with strict deadlines.
Team-oriented with the ability to work effectively in collaborative, high-performance teams.
Effective multitasking skills.
Strong drive and the ability to operate autonomously while meeting deadlines.
Positive and cooperative attitude, with strong communication skills to interact with individuals at all organizational levels.
Works in an office environment.
Regular and predictable attendance is required.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods in front of a computer.
The ability to move about the facility on a regular basis to perform physical activities, such as, but not limited to, lifting heavy equipment (up to 50 lbs. unassisted), bending, standing, climbing, or walking.
Visual and hearing acuity.
Ability and willingness to travel and work in different environments and weather conditions.
Candidates must possess proper authorization to work in the United States and, where applicable, to possess technical data as defined in the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) 22 CFR 120.

Nice To Haves

Experience or understanding of retail merchandising is a plus.
Experience in online merchandising management is a plus.
Familiarity with online optimization tools.
A passion for the outdoor industry is preferred.
Experience with Microsoft and Adobe software is a plus.
Experience with SketchUp/3d modeling/Rendering is a plus.
Experience with digital asset management is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist the Creative team with content management in our Product Information Management (PIM) and Digital Asset Management (DAM) systems to ensure the accuracy and up-to-dateness of metadata and data for internal assets.
Build and update asset portals for new and existing products to control and distribute approved graphics, videos, and content.
Navigate and support management of Amazon Seller and Vendor Central platforms, facilitating necessary changes to catalogs, inventory, product information, and content.
Support online and retail merchandising projects under the direction of the Creative Director and Merchandising team.
Assist in the setup and teardown of physical planograms and display projects for review and testing.
Assist with any Digital or Physical merchandising projects under the direction of the Creative Director and Merchandising team.