Merchandising Manager (Hybrid)

Location: New York, New York • Contract

Pay

$58 - 63 per hour

About the role

Direct high-visibility retail media experiences for a global beauty leader as a consultative partner driving end-to-end omnichannel solutions across premier retail environments. Lead the strategic execution of visual concepts, elevate brand presence, and optimize vendor partnerships for maximum business impact.

Responsibilities

• Direct end-to-end creative production and visual merchandising initiatives to drive brand awareness and elevate the total in-store customer experience.
• Lead strategic vendor sourcing through competitive triple-bid management to optimize project budgets, ensure quality compliance, and boost profitability.
• Spearhead cross-functional alignment with marketing, PR, and education teams to oversee the specification, purchasing, and rollout of premium display assets.

Requirements

• 5+ years of strategic project management experience overseeing complex, multi-brand retail merchandising or creative production operations.
• Advanced technical proficiency in injection molding, vacuum forming, structural fabrication, wall systems, and reading engineered drawings/dielines.
• Proven track record of managing master display asset databases, issuing POs, and performing financial reconciliations across multi-supplier networks.
• Exceptional cross-functional collaboration and communication skills, with specialized expertise in beauty or high-end retail environments preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
• AD&D and life insurance offerings
• Short-term disability
• 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility)