Merchandising Project Coordinator

Anderson Merchandisers•Plano, TX

10d

About The Position

This position is responsible for the setup, maintenance, and execution of merchandising activities. This role partners with and supports the Client Services and Field Operations teams by synthesizing customer retail merchandising needs, reviewing project details, and designing efficient surveys for the Company’s retail merchandisers to execute. They ensure that field execution meets client expectations, adheres to quality standards, and drives operational improvements through structured feedback and process refinements. This position reports directly to the Merchandising Quality Manager.

Requirements

A bility to manage complex projects and drive them to successful completion, including meeting timelines, staying within budget, and achieving performance metrics.
Demonstrates strong technical aptitude and analytical mindset, with the ability to navigate complex systems, interpret data patterns, and derive actionable insights to optimize merchandising execution .
Quickly identifies and resolves issues while maintaining strict confidentiality with client information.
Demonstrates meticulous attention to detail to ensure all data inputs meet high-quality standards by implementing thorough validation and quality control measures.
Excels in both oral and written communication, effectively conveys information, and adapts to changing environments and challenges.
Upholds honesty and trust while fostering positive collaboration with colleagues, partners, and clients to drive shared success.
A B achelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, merchandising, or a related field is preferred, though equivalent professional experience will also be considered.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office platforms, especially Excel, with data analysis, reporting, and workflow management tasks .
Exceptional understanding of process workflows and systems.
5% travel

Nice To Haves

Experience with project or task management tools (experience with proprietary systems like Dash Management is a plus).

Responsibilities

C reat e and deploy merchandising activities in DASH Management ( Anderson’s proprietary project management system ) , coordinating with Client Services , and ensuring precise alignment with project requirements and Anderson’s qualit y guidelines.
Set up and monitor dashboard reporting for projects and programs for both internal and external stakeholders.
Monitor and analyze service quality indicators and adjust service activities to ensure high-quality execution results.
Prioritize activity creation, simplification, and follow-up to meet and exceed operational efficiency, company profitability, and E xecution Q uality Index (EQI) goals.
Design PowerPoint presentations to communicate project specifications and execution expectations to Field Operations manager s, ensuring a clear understanding of merchandising initiatives and client requirements .
Sequence activities with ShopComm -signing/Marketing projects to meet deadlines, delivery dates, and communication requirements while defining quality expectations.
Manage store lists, time allocation, labor forecasting, exceptions, follow-up activities, and all other aspects of the project life cycle.
Drive cross-functional alignment between Client Services and Field Operations teams through structured project collaboration meetings .
Oversee the end- to- end project lifecycle management while c onduct ing real- time issue resolution and problem-solv ing to ensure the successful execution of merchandising activities .