Merchandising Assistant Jobs in Austin, TX (NOW HIRING)

We are an electronic retailer of jewelry and lifestyle products headquartered in Austin, Texas with a team of approximately 450 people. Our products are sold through TV (Cable, satellite, Telco’s and OTA’s), our website, OTT, marketplaces, and social media.

We are the US retailing unit and subsidiary of Vaibhav Global Limited (VGL)- a publicly listed company in India. The other retailing units of VGL Group are in the UK (Shop TJC) and Germany (Shop LC, Germany). VGL Group is a vertical business, having its own manufacturing and sourcing units in India, China, Indonesia, and Thailand.

We believe in supporting our community and protecting the environment with the purpose of Delivering Joy. 

Our service to the community is run through our Your Purchase Feeds… program under which each retailing unit donates one nutritious meal to a school-going child in India, the US, the UK, and the Germany for each item sold through all its platforms. Your Purchase Feeds… has current run rate of over 54,000 meals per school day and has provided over 50 million meals to kids in need in US, UK and India until now. Our mission statement embraces the ambitious goal of distributing one million meals each school day to children in need by 2040. We believe that Your Purchase Feeds… provides more than just a meal: it feeds the hearts, minds, and futures of children.

We are committed to protecting the environment by constantly working on reducing our carbon footprint and becoming net zero by 2030. Our factories in India fully functions on solar power and has Platinum level LEEDS certified factory.  Our US buildings are Gold level LEEDS certified.

Merchandising Assistant (Jewelry)

As Shop LC’s Merchandising Assistant for the jewelry merchandising team, you will be responsible for coordinating and assisting the jewelry merchandising team in all aspects of procurement when it comes to invoices, sourcing, buying, vendor relations, product shipments, data tracking, entry, etc.

The Merchandising Assistant will report directly to the Director of Merchandising. 

The following are the primary job responsibilities for the role:

1. Assist with inventory control by tracking samples and updating inventory records.
2. Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to ensure timely delivery of pre orders and replenishment of jewelry items.
3. Generate reports on sales performance, inventory turnover, and other key metrics.
4. Conduct research on current jewelry trends, customer preferences, and competitive analysis.
5. Provide insights and recommendations to the merchandising team based on market findings.
6. Support the team in creating item codes.
7. Manage purchase orders and resolve any issues related to shipments or product discrepancies.
8. Assist with organizing and maintaining merchandising materials and product samples.
9. Work closely with the merchandising team, sales associates, and marketing departments to ensure cohesive strategies and communication.
10. Participate in team meetings and contribute to brainstorming sessions for new merchandising ideas.

In order to perform this role, we are looking for someone with 

1. Ability to effectively utilize various software applications including Microsoft Office Suite   (knowledge of pivot tables, v-lookups, etc.)
2. Experience in retail environment. Desire to learn about sales-driven industry and be able to work independently.
3. Knowledge of international sourcing, with an emphasis on China, India, Africa, and South America. 
4. Ability to read and interpret invoices.
5. Attention to detail, Excellent analytical, professional and interpersonal skills.
6. An ambassador of our Core Values: Teamwork, Honesty, Commitment, Passion, and Positive Attitude.

Physical Requirements

1. Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, and ramps.
2. Moving around to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
3. Remaining in a stationary position, standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.
4. Frequently lift 20-50lbs and occasionally lift 50 to 70 pounds.
5. Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

Benefits of working at Shop LC

1. 100% Company paid, employee-only medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
2. 4% 401(k) matching
3. ME profit sharing
4. Up to 15 days of PTO & vacation time, maternity/paternity leave, company-covered short-term & long-term disability, paid training time, paid volunteer time, 7 paid holidays
5. Corporate discounts, employee sales, Employee Assistance Program
6. Tuition reimbursement and scholarship (for dependents going to college)
7. A great work environment, where you will learn, be challenged/ supported and given projects that reflect your interests, and you can own/ take pride in!