Intern, Merchandising
Company: Christmas Tree Shops
Location: Union
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
Reporting to the Associate Buyer, the Summer Intern will develop
competencies in the areas of purchase order entry and maintenance,
retail trends, and product samples/placement. The Intern should be
a rising Senior working towards a Bachelors degree in retail
merchandising or related field, and be comfortable working in a
fast paced environment where teamwork is key. Duration: 10-week
paid internship. You must be able to commit full-time
(Monday-Friday), and be eligible to work full-time in the US for
the duration of the internship. RESPONSIBILITIES Work alongside the
CTS Merchandising team to accomplish daily tasks associated with
executing initiatives.Sample managementAnalyze data and compile
weekly campaign performance reportsEnsure merchandising campaigns
are accurately uploaded and represented on digital menu each
weekConduct competitive research and identify white spaces with
regard to promotions, pricing, product positioning, etc.Perform
other Merchandising and Administrative tasks as assigned.IMPORTANT
CHARACTERISTICS AND BEHAVIORS FOR SUCCESS Entrepreneurial and have
experience coming up with creative solutions to solve problems
head-onSelf-motivator with a team-orientated mindset, while also
able to work alone in remote working environment.Exhibits curiosity
and researches new ways of operating to enhance efforts.Proactive
and able to navigate through obstacles or develop plans that
deliver results.Detail oriented and able to leverage multiple
points of data to reach sound conclusions and develop
strategies.Must be a steward of ethics and discretion when it comes
to handling sensitive information.Adaptable and a quick learner who
thrives in a fast-paced environmentQUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Must be a rising Senior majoring in Merchandising, Fashion, or
other related field.Proficiency in working with Microsoft Office
suite (i.e. Word, PowerPoint, Excel).Strong written and verbal
communication skills required.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This position
will be a balance of work-from-home and corporate office.Prolonged
periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.ABOUT CTS
CTS is a value brick and mortar home goods retailer with a
specialty in seasonal products. The Christmas Tree Shops experience
revolves around a trend-right, always-changing mix of merchandise
that makes each customer visit a shopping adventure of anticipation
and delight. The 50-year-old company has roots in the Northeast
with the first store located on Cape Cod, Massachusetts, and today
operates 80 stores in 20 states.
Keywords: Christmas Tree Shops, Union , Intern, Merchandising, Hospitality & Tourism , Union, New Jersey
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