Job Summary:FCP Euro is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Retail Marketing Coordinator to join our marketing team at FCP Euro. This role will be responsible for developing and executing FCP Euro's apparel and merchandise lines and their sale across all retail channels including Retail, online, and events. This role will collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to create compelling merchandise assortments, promotional items, and retail displays that drive sales and strengthen brand presence. They will help shape the look of FCP Euro retail as we expand our brick and mortar presence and help bring this vision to life. 

FCP Euro is an online automotive parts retailer headquartered in Milford, Connecticut. FCP stands for "Foreign Car Parts," and we specialize in replacement parts for European vehicles. In the past 10 years, FCP Euro has earned a spot on the Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private companies list eight times. Customer service is deeply rooted in our core values. FCP Euro is a customer and technology company, and this unique blended culture has yielded outstanding results worthy of reward and recognition. We are devoted to developing and maintaining user-friendly and accurate automotive catalogs. We have an incredible enthusiasm for what we do, and we are always looking for ways to grow, learn, and improve. 

Roles and responsibilities:

• Execute merchandising strategies for FCP Euro's apparel and merchandise lines, including product selection, pricing, and presentation.
• Collaborate with internal design teams or external vendors to create innovative and on-brand apparel, promotional items, and merchandise collections.
• Coordinate the production and procurement of all apparel and merchandise inventory for retail sale and promotional use
• Manage relationships with external suppliers, manufacturers, and vendors to negotiate pricing, terms, and timelines for merchandise production and procurement.
• Manage inventory levels, forecast demand, and monitor stock levels to ensure availability.
• Partner with retail locations to implement merchandising guidelines, visual displays, and product placements that enhance the customer shopping experience and drive sales.
• Analyze sales data and retail performance metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of merchandising strategies, identify trends, and make data-driven recommendations for optimization.
• Work with Brand and Creative teams to plan and execute promotional campaigns to promote apparel and merchandise lines, increase brand awareness, and drive revenue.
• Oversee retail sales/ POS at consumer events.
• Stay informed about industry trends, consumer preferences, and competitive landscape in apparel and merchandise retailing to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Merchandising, Fashion Design, or related field.
• 2 years of experience in retail, apparel management, or related field.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and retail management software.
• Knowledge of apparel and merchandise production processes, including sourcing, manufacturing, and inventory management.
• Passion for the automotive industry and a genuine interest in apparel, merchandise, and retail.