Merchandising Product Resource Assistant

Overview

The Merchandising Product Resource Assistant in the Merchandising Department serves as the primary point of contact for all samples entering the buying department. This role provides timely communication to each buying team regarding what has arrived and where samples can be located for review.This position also supports buying teams in coordinating the flow of samples throughout the new product process, including final resolution and disposal. Responsibilities include sample assembly and instruction testing to ensure product accuracy and functionality. The Product Resource Assistant partners closely with buying teams to support sample needs across the business. This includes collaboration with the Distribution Center, Facilities, Creative and Online teams, and Visual Merchandising, as well as responding to any additional sample-related inquiries. Strong communication skills are essential to effectively work across these groups. This is a salaried, full-time, in-office position.

Position Reports to

Senior Director of Product Development 

What We Stand For  

Established in 1978, The Container Store has grown to be the leading specialty retailer of storage and organization products in the United States and the only national retailer solely devoted to the category. We provide creative, multifunctional, customizable storage and organization solutions that help our customers save time, save space and improve the quality of their lives. We foster a culture built around our Foundation Principles, which define how we approach our relationships with our employees, vendors, customers and communities and influence every aspect of our business. 

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manages all product samples for the merchandising department assisting all buying teams and Merchandisers in the organization and disposal of samples from the sample room and the Mock Store.
• Assists buying teams and merchandisers in keeping up with where the samples are going and how many samples there are for each sku.
• Assists Buying Teams with transporting samples to and from vendor meeting rooms.
• Ensures the accuracy and integrity of product dimensions and function by assembly and instructions and product testing.
• Ensures that all final new product samples are reviewed by Buying Teams before putting away in sample room or releasing to photography studio.
• Manages all samples and samples that are being used as props for photo shoot, video production and online photography, ensuring the timely delivery to the studio and partnering with teams to put samples away.
• Responsible for tracking vendor samples, unpacking all inbound mail for the buying teams and putting them away or transferring to Mock Store.
• Responsible for mailing all international and domestic product samples.
• Supports Buying Teams with data entry projects using the Merchandising Management System ensuring accuracy and with specific deadlines.
• Ensures that the sample room and mock store are kept clean by taking trash out and sweeping and making sure that each area has all of the supplies it needs to continue to be and effective tool for all teams.
• Ensures accuracy and confidence in the consistent timely completion of all assigned tasks.
• Responsible for maintaining discretion related to all confidential/sensitive company and customer information.
• Performs other tasks and duties that may arise to support the business.

Experience and skills Required:

• Based in Dallas/Fort Worth area.
• Flexible service oriented individual that is able to reprioritize tasks to cover the needs of the department.
• Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to successfully manage multiple projects at once and under pressure.
• Professional manner and strong communication skills internally and with outside vendor partners
• Makes strategic and effective decisions in the best interest of our customers and our company, taking care to objectively process information.
• Ability to work within and exemplify The Container Store brand which we describe and matchless, fun, authentic, team, sustainable, life changing, unique, trust and partnership.

We believe in taking care of our team. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that goes beyond just health insurance (though we've got that covered too!). Here at The Container Store, we're passionate about helping you contain your health, grow your career, and find balance in your life.  Here's a Peek At What You Can Expect 

• Competitive health, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your loved ones well.  

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with optional investment guidance and assistance offered through Fidelity.  

• Unique "1equals3" website for easy access to your benefits information and company updates.  

• We've got your back! Competitive sick pay and PTO plan to ensure you can take time off to recharge and come back feeling your best.   

For Our Full-time Associates, We Offer Even More 

• Peace-of-mind benefits: Basic life insurance, disability insurance options, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and flexible spending accounts (FSAs).  

• Family-focused support: Considerate parental leave policies, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and fertility & maternity support program.  

• Work-life balance boosters: Paid holidays, gym membership discounts, and a qualified transportation benefits program to save on commutes.  

• Discounts galore: Enjoy a hefty discount on our amazing products, including merchandise, custom spaces, and services, gift cards, and pet insurance (because fur-babies matter!).  

• Recognition you deserve: We honor our employees with service awards and retirement gifts, celebrate those who exemplify our core principles, and recognize exceptional daily contributions.  

• Thriving with diversity: Participate in our Employee Resource and Affinity Groups and help guide how we give back to the community, while having a space to connect, support one another, and celebrate cultural heritages.   

But that's not all! We offer a fun and collaborative work environment where you can learn, grow, and make a real difference. 

Company will not pay costs associated with immigration sponsorship.

The Container Store promotes a smoke-free, drug-free environment.   

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act 

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