Merchandising Operations Specialist - Catalog Systems

Overview

We are seeking a Merchandising Operations Specialist on the Catalog Systems team. Catalog Systems sits within the larger Merchandising Systems & Services team (MSS), which is responsible for creating the systems, services, and process infrastructure for all business operations. The team’s mission is to be the backbone for Business/Category teams, helping win long-term customer trust, business growth, and profitability. We own the Pricing, Catalog/Content, and Vendor Systems & Services that have automation, product, program, and operational components.

The ideal candidate will provide a strong mix of information systems and merchandising business process knowledge including data analysis, functional knowledge of catalog and/or ERP systems, and technical knowledge of underlying system data structures and processes. The ideal candidate is innovative, detail-oriented, driven and demonstrates a high degree of ownership in all they do. This skill set will be applied to item-level data across the catalog, ensuring accuracy and completeness, ultimately influencing the customer experience.

What You’ll Do

• New Item Setup: Add new items to systems inclusive of communicating with brand partners to secure best in class content, performing careful quality analysis, importing data and digital assets, auditing for webpage content and completeness, etc.
• Review assigned SKUs through a structured process:
  • View SKU on site
  • Identify images in Bynder which are on site
  • Tag images with appropriate metadata for image type
  • Republish the images
• Differentiate images by nuanced types from a pre-defined list
• Synthesize large quantities of complex data into usable/actionable information
• Support ad hoc projects and initiatives involving Catalog systems and processes

What You’ll Need

• BA in Business Administration, Marketing, Retail Management, Finance or similar
• 1-3 years of experience in a computer-driven corporate environment
• Intermediate to Advanced experience with Microsoft suite products, particularly Excel
• Strong attention to detail for managing product information accuracy
• Ability to think and react in a high-energy, fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Strong communication (verbal/written) and interpersonal skills

Bonus Qualifications

• Prior experience in Software Quality Processes and Atlassian Tools such as (Confluence, JIRA, etc.)
• Prior experience with ERP systems
• Prior experience with digital asset management systems (like Bynder)
• E-commerce background is a plus

Join our team and help drive merchandising operations to new heights through your attention to detail, systems expertise, and commitment to excellence!

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $19 to $22 an hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits! 

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.