Program Merchandiser

HALO Branded Solutions

Program Merchandiser at HALO responsible for creating high-performing product assortments for client programs. This role incorporates merchandising strategy, product curation, trend awareness, sourcing, and data analysis.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $55,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in product assortment management, leveraging data insights to drive merchandising strategies and enhance product development. Proficient in cross-functional collaboration and project management to ensure alignment with brand standards and client goals.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Product Assortment ManagementData Analysis for MerchandisingVendor Sourcing and NegotiationRetail Math and Margin UnderstandingProject Management Skills

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Hard Skills

MerchandisingAssortment PlanningProduct DevelopmentBuyingProduct SourcingData AnalysisRetail MathPresentation CreationTrend AnalysisSKU Productivity Review

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCross-Functional CollaborationOrganizational SkillsDetail-OrientedProactive Problem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteAdobe IllustratorJiraSmartsheet

Industry Keywords

Promotional ProductsLicensed ProductsBranded MerchandiseClient-Facing Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and manage annual, seasonal, or program-specific product assortments aligned to client goals, brand standards, margin targets, and timing expectations
Analyze sales performance, market trends, customer insights, and assortment productivity to identify opportunities, gaps, and recommendations
Curate product collections with a strong merchandising point of view, balancing trend, brand fit, function, price point, and business goals
Source products by partnering with internal category teams, suppliers, and manufacturers, while evaluating options for quality, cost, availability, margin, and lead time
Play an active role in product development from ideation through final execution by helping shape product direction, guiding how branding is applied, and influencing final product decisions through a merchandising lens
Partner with vendors, internal SMEs, and Creative teams on sourced and custom products to help ensure the final product meets brand standards, customer needs, quality expectations, and market appeal
Serve as a brand steward for assigned clients by building familiarity with their guidelines, audience, and product expectations, and translating that into strong assortment recommendations
Create and present product assortments, collections, and merchandising rationale to internal and client stakeholders
Partner with Program Management and cross-functional teams to support timelines, approvals, product setup, and launch execution, while helping identify potential risks or blockers and contributing to solutions that keep work moving forward
Review business performance, inventory, and SKU productivity to recommend assortment changes, support continuous improvement, and identify sourcing or cost-saving opportunities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, Business, Marketing, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
2+ years of experience in merchandising, assortment planning, product development, buying, product sourcing, or a closely related field
Demonstrated experience using data and insights to build or refine product assortments, collections, or category recommendations
Strong merchandising eye with the ability to balance trend, brand identity, customer needs, and business goals
Experience sourcing products, working with vendors or manufacturers, and navigating product selection decisions
Strong understanding of retail math, margin concepts, and assortment planning principles
Ability to create clear, compelling product presentations and communicate the strategy behind recommendations
Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines at once
Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to take ownership, navigate ambiguity, and keep work moving forward across multiple stakeholders
Detail-oriented, resourceful, and proactive with strong ownership and follow-through
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Adobe Illustrator, Jira, or Smartsheet is a plus
Experience in promotional products, licensed products, branded merchandise, or client-facing programs is a plus, but not required
Willingness to travel occasionally to client sites, trade shows, and events.

Benefits

Comp & perks

nationwide coverage for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance
additional Voluntary Benefits
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)