Product Merchandiser

At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60+ retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. But today we’re working better, smarter and faster than ever—and setting our sights even higher. We’re building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data-driven decision-making and using technology to improve efficiency and ensure the best tools for the best work. Most importantly, we continue to invest in a diverse team of inquisitive top talent who fuel each other’s passions and curiosity, take risks, try new things, and believe that every new day brings opportunities for growth.

In a time of unprecedented expansion, we are seeking a Product Merchandiser to join our team. In this role, you will own the catalog assortment strategy for key categories within our Play and Learn departments. The positions requires partnering across teams within the Merchandising department to identify new product opportunities, as well as analyzing industry trends to inform product decisions and actionable ideas for driving business. Applicants should have more than 5 years of experience as a buyer, merchandiser or product developer, in addition to living within a commutable distance to our Carson, CA, headquarters.

A day on the job looks like this:

• Curate product assortments for multiple categories in three different catalogs
• Source, review and propose high-quality educational products
• Analyze sales reports, identify white space and create action plans for your categories
• Travel to trade shows
• Communicate and negotiate with vendors
• Onboard new partners
• Manage product lifecycles from end to end
• Prioritize tasks to balance the immediate and long-term needs of the business

Got the skills and experience? Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience required
• 5 years of experience in a similar role required
• Professional communication style (both written and verbal) as shown through strong presentation skills, excellent organization skills and a strong sense of urgency
• Ability to travel to trade shows up to five times per year

And here’s our end of the bargain!

• Salary: $80,000-$100,000 with an annual bonus of up to 10%
• Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
• Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
• Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
• On-site preschool for our employees’ children
• On-site employee gym for all levels/fitness needs
• Generous employee discount
• Casual dress…and we really mean it

At Lakeshore, we know our diversity makes us stronger, and when everyone feels included and valued, we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers, families and children we serve.

We know we couldn’t do the extraordinary things we’re doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work—it’s a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out, we give everything we’ve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success, we’re constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if you’re a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
To learn more about Lakeshore, visit www.lakeshorelearning.com/careers
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