Junior Category Merchandising Assistant
The Junior Category Merchandising Assistant supports the eCommerce merchandising team by managing product information, updating website content, and assisting with promotions and reporting. This short-term remote contract role involves coordinating with internal teams, monitoring competitor activity, and supporting seasonal campaigns and product launches to ensure accurate and timely merchandising operations.
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Overview
Short-term contract (7 weeks) — Remote (U.S.). Our confidential client is seeking a Junior Category Merchandising Assistant to support an eCommerce merchandising team. This is an entry-level, remote contract role focused on product information, website updates, promotions, reporting, and general category support.
Responsibilities
- Review eCommerce pages and product information for accuracy
- Assist with online product collections, links, pricing, and promotional updates
- Maintain product data, reports, trackers, templates, and shared files
- Review product details, launch dates, and website content
- Monitor competitor websites for product and promotional activity
- Support seasonal campaigns, product launches, and merchandising projects
- Coordinate with internal teams to gather information and complete assigned tasks
- Complete routine reporting and administrative merchandising activities
Qualifications
- Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Previous eCommerce, retail, merchandising, marketing, or administrative experience is helpful but not required
Details
- Location: Remote (U.S.) — role associated with Pittsburgh, PA
- Employment type: Contract (short term — 7 weeks). Source lists CONTRACTOR and FULL_TIME.
- Rate: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour
- Level: Entry-level / Junior
- Key skills: eCommerce merchandising, product data maintenance, Microsoft Excel, attention to detail
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