Marketing Specialist

Overview

As the site merchandiser on the Digital Marketing team your primary responsibilities will consist of collaborating with sales and the digital marketing team to deliver category- and product-focused experiences that connect with the targeted consumer within the ecosystem.  

Responsibilities:

• Work cross-functionally with assortment planning, sales, and digital planning to gain deep understanding of objectives 
• Collaborate on the development and execution of a merchandising strategy that aligns with sales, marketing, and financial goals.
• Organize and categorize products through strategic marketing content to enhance the shopping experience
• Develop, create, and execute cross-category product presentations that support consumer shopping patterns 
• Apply a data-driven approach to merchandising while leveraging test-and-learn methodologies.
• Utilize analytics and insights tools to identify merchandising opportunities that drive sales and improve the consumer experience
• Support the market strategy and tiering plans, ensuring alignment with global merchandising frameworks
• Proactively identify and recommend strategies for current and future product storytelling
• Monitor trends in display, social, and content marketing, implementing relevant best practices, technologies, and features

Experience:

• Strong theoretical foundation in merchandising principles
• Experience using third-party merchandising tools
• Insights-driven mindset with experience in A/B testing methodologies
• Familiarity with processes, systems, and culture (or comparable experience)
• Comfortable working in ambiguous environments and adapting to evolving strategies
• Ability to develop tactical plans that support larger strategic goals
• Confidence in a continuous learning environment with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build strong relationships quickly due to a team-first mentality
• Background in visual merchandising and/or retail experience is preferred but not required
• Experience working within the ecosystem is preferred but not required
• Strong time management, organizational, and prioritization skills
• High level of diligence, accuracy, and attention to detail, with a strong work ethic
• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred
• 1-3 years of typical relevant work experience 
  • Product story telling 
  • Brand marketing 
  • Assortment selection 
  • Product mix/flow 
  • Promotional strategies 
• Advanced computer skills with proven Excel experience
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
• English language fluency

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $32.17 to $35.75 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.