Merchandising Intern

Igloo Products Corp. • Irvine, CA

323d • $16 - $18

About The Position

Igloo Products Corp is an iconic and fast-growing American brand known for exceptional and durable performance for everyday cooler needs. After more than 75 years of as the leader as a housewares brand, Igloo has pivoted to a high growth lifestyle brand for outside activities associated with fun, family and friends. Founded in as a metalworking shop bringing fresh cold water to Texas workers in the field to inventing the Playmate to becoming America's most recognizable brand of ice chests, the Igloo story spans more than 75 years of delivering coolness to the world. Today, Igloo has 90% + brand awareness and is #1 in market share in the US, is a pioneer in sustainability for our category with the launch of biodegradable coolers and coolers made with from post-consumer recycled resin and other sustainable materials and has a growing DTC business allowing us to build direct relationships with our consumers. In 2021, Igloo was acquired by Dometic Brands and now there is the opportunity to Globally grow both brands together. We are on a journey of continuous growth - now looking for our next star - a passionate Merchandising Intern within our Product Development capability. Join the Igloo and Dometic Mobile Cooling teams as a Summer Intern and gain hands-on experience in visual merchandising, retail operations, and customer engagement. In this dynamic role, you will work with both brands to help optimize product displays in retail locations throughout Southern California. You'll be responsible for enhancing the presentation of Igloo and Dometic products, ensuring shelves are stocked, and building relationships with store staff to ensure optimal merchandising strategies.

Requirements

• Must be a current student or recent graduate of a university or college. Minimum of a rising sophomore level.
• Coursework related to the internship role.
• Strong interest in retail, visual merchandising, and product displays.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with store employees and management.
• Detail-oriented with a keen eye for visual presentation and design.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively across multiple locations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), and familiarity with photo documentation is a plus.
• Previous retail experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Travel to various Southern California retail stores to implement and maintain visual merchandising standards for Igloo and Dometic products.
• Organize and create compelling product displays to increase product visibility and sales.
• Ensure products are presented in an organized, visually appealing, and accessible way, in accordance with brand guidelines.
• Pull products from the back stock to ensure shelves are fully stocked and organized, while adhering to store stocking practices.
• Monitor inventory levels and provide feedback on stock needs to store managers and the merchandising team.
• Build rapport with store floor staff to encourage strong knowledge of product features and benefits.
• Communicate with staff regarding sales trends, promotional activities, and merchandising strategies.
• Take detailed before and after photos of product displays, highlighting improvements and changes made during visits.
• Document changes made and provide regular updates on display setup, and space optimization.
• Share insights and feedback on display space utilization and suggest improvements to enhance the visibility and appeal of the products.
• Assess store layout and collaborate with the merchandising team to adjust display strategies as needed.
• Identify and document all existing WIP and FGI components that currently lack specifications.
• Conduct rigorous verification and validation of specifications to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Partner closely with the Manufacturing Engineering and Operations team to ensure accurate information and seamless integration of processes.
• Develop and publish clear and detailed work instructions for production based on the verified and validated specifications.

Benefits

• Gain hands-on experience in visual merchandising, retail operations, and customer engagement.
• Opportunity to work with two renowned mobile cooling brands.
• See your contributions directly impact sales and brand presence.
• Enhance your skills in visual merchandising, customer relations, and product management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing
• Education Level: No Education Listed