Merchandise Lead

Merchandise Lead ApplyLocation: Chicago, Illinois We inspire purpose-filled living that brings beauty and quality to the modern home. Together, we achieve. Associates across our business drive results, innovate, and inspire. Drawn together by our shared values and passion for our customers and our brands, we deliver home furnishings that are expertly designed, responsibly sourced, and bring timeless style and function to people’s homes. From the day we opened our first store in Chicago in 1962 to the digital innovations that engage millions of customers today, our iconic brand is over 60 years in the making—and our story is still unfolding. We’re here for it. We think you should be too. Leads all projects requiring the Merchandise Management and Logistics support for CBH Marketing, Ecommerce, and B2B for US and international locations. Manages established processes and creatively adjusts plans as needed to ensure all cross functional partners are meeting deadlines for all merchandise and/or deliveries. Works with our internal and external customers to establish realistic deadlines and assesses potential costs and risk for each project, and confirms product availability. Partners with merchandising teams to ensure product availability and appropriate usage. Manages several overlapping projects at a time, including product and shipping budgets, and uses creative problem solving in a fast paced environment. This role is located in our Northbrook, IL Corporate Office This role is an individual contributor role A day in the life as a Merchandise Lead... Plans the merchandise and logistics needs for CBH product photography, marketing photo shoots, advertising, video, celebrity partnerships, social media, Gift Registry, Public Relations, marketing events, trade shows, and Business to Business projects and sales Primary decision maker to execute product and logistics processes between cross functional partners as well as internal and external customers Utilizes support from internal resources and third party vendors for the flawless execution of projects for both customers and for CBH Owns the execution of all product and logistical deliverables including planning, communication and managing stakeholder contributions, from confirming scheduling is achievable, merchandise is available and accurate, and ensuring ability to deliver based on timeline and logistical challenges Manages product and shipping budgets for projects, and ensures all expenses are allocated to the correct business expense account Manages shifting schedules of multiple teams and negotiates adjustments to deadlines to fulfill the stakeholder’s and/or cross functional partner’s needs Establishes appropriate process needed to accommodate creative and operational objectives for each unique project Develop strong knowledge base of product through all brands to allow for creative suggestions as well as best shipping practices Ensure all inventory is allocated to each project well in advance and support all communications surrounding that What you’ll bring to the table… Possess a thorough understanding of CBH internal systems, processes, and procedures for all warehouses and cross-docks, including Transportation, Home Delivery, Merchandising and Retail requirements In depth product knowledge, especially new season styles for photography recommendations, product availability, and how it’s packaged for logistics estimates Able to effectively tailor communication to a diverse audience, both internal and external to the company Ability to adapt in a rapidly changing environment, handle multiple projects, and prioritize effectively Promote a strong sense of teamwork and a culture of respect by working together safely, effectively, respectfully and efficiently with all associates Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing business needs and priorities of the organization Traveling and serving as a brand ambassador and point person for CBH for Marketing projects, celebrity partnerships, and large B2B customers projects Capable of working independently and collaboratively on multiple high priority projects, with varying location settings Highly organized with strong attention to detail Sense of urgency and ability to shift and prioritize work to meet key deadlines Work across multiple time zones at the same time on a consistent basis We’d love to hear from you if you have… High school diploma or GED required Bachelor’s degree in any field preferred 3+ years relevant experience working in fast paced environment 3+ year's experience leading a team preferred Able to lift up to 65Lbs Able to travel up to 25% of the year Able to operate general office equipment: computer, printer, telephone/intercom system, copier Experience with Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides) Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) Intermediate Spreadsheet work preferred (Vlookups, Pivot Tables) Experience with stockroom equipment and tools such as SKU and tagger guns, small hand tools, ladders, step stools, hand truck, dolly, baler and pallet jack **In accordance with applicable law, associates will be provided with reasonable accommodations as necessary and appropriate to perform the position’s requirements. NOTE: The KRAs and other aspects of the job listed on this job description should not be construed to contain every function/responsibility that may be required to be performed by an associate in this job. Associates are required to perform other related functions as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Starting Rate: $58,900.00 - $78,050.00 Pay ranges will be adjusted upward as needed to comply with applicable state and local law. In addition to your salary, based on your role, associates may be eligible for other compensation including bonuses, sales incentives, and long term incentives. Job ID R23395 Date posted 02/18/2026 Position Type Full TimeApplyOur commitment to our associates is of the utmost importance. One of the reasons the company attracts such a diverse group of associates is that we offer a full menu of benefits that are relevant to their lives, both on and off the job. We are proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to support eligible part time and full time associates and their families, including: Medical/Dental/Vision Life insurance and Disability Retirement and 401(k) match Paid time off, wellness time and volunteer time Merchandise discount and EAP resources Tuition Reimbursement Many of these benefits begin on day one, and extend to eligible dependents. To learn more about available benefits please click https://jobs.crateandbarrel.com/benefits Euromarket Designs, Inc., which does business as Crate & Barrel, Crate & Kids, CB2 and Hudson Grace, will be referred to as “the Company”. The Company is deeply committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact the location you are applying to here and ask to speak with a manager regarding the nature of your request. The Company is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital, parental, veteran or military status, unfavorable military discharge, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. The Company participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the US. State / City Compliance: The Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Salary : $58,900 - $78,050