Job Title: Product Merchandiser Assistant 

Company: Gordon Sinclair

About Us: At Gordon Sinclair, we are trusted makers of well-crafted and beautifully brandable merchandise for work, home, and all the moments in between. Our foundation is built on the following core values:

• Trustworthy: Our foundation is built on trust and integrity. We are reliable, honest, and committed to doing the right thing.
• One Team: Together, we achieve greatness. We celebrate our victories, learn from our losses, and support each other every step of the way. Our strength lies in our unity.
• Resourceful: We are proactive problem-solvers. We encourage continuous learning and adapt to challenges with innovative solutions, ensuring confidentiality and excellence for our employees and customers.
• Creative: Innovation is at our core. We bring creativity to our product decoration and customer service, always finding unique solutions to meet our customers' needs.
• Positive: We foster a positive environment by assuming good intentions, celebrating successes publicly, and providing constructive feedback privately. Respect for everyone is paramount.
• Accountable: We uphold the highest standards. We follow through on our commitments and set clear expectations, holding ourselves and each other accountable.

Product Merchandiser Assistant 
Bergen County, NJ Hybrid
Part Time or Contract with Opportunity to Grow Full Time
Salary Commensurate with Experience

About the Role
We are a U.S.-based, product driven company seeking a highly organized, detail oriented, and creatively fluent Product Merchandiser Assistant to support our Director of Product Development and Creative Director.
This is not a traditional administrative role. This position is designed for someone who enjoys being close to the creative process while also managing the operational details that keep product development moving forward. You will help support the full lifecycle of product development from concept and sampling through sourcing and preparation for purchase orders.
This role is approximately 20 to 25 hours per week with a hybrid schedule. Some time will be in office in Bergen County, New Jersey, with flexibility to work remotely. This role can be structured as a contractor or part time employee and has the potential to grow into a full time position.

Key Responsibilities

• Creative and Product Support
• Assist with product development presentations, pitch decks, and internal materials
• Help organize and maintain material libraries including fabrics, trims, finishes, and color references
• Support consistency in product aesthetics, branding, and presentation
• Research trends, materials, and product innovations to support new development
• Sampling and Vendor Coordination
• Track product samples from request through approval
• Coordinate sample shipments, revisions, and feedback
• Communicate with overseas manufacturers primarily in Asia and Europe
• Organize vendor quotes, pricing, and documentation

Logistics and Operations Support

• Assist with tracking international shipments and timelines
• Support documentation related to importing, landed costs, and compliance
• Help maintain accurate records for product development, costing, and sourcing
• Support internal workflows and ensure details are organized and up to date
• Project Tracking and Organization
• Update and manage product development tracking tools such as Microsoft Lists or Excel
• Help prepare for meetings, reviews, and product checkpoints
• Ensure follow up items and next steps are clearly documented

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in product development, sourcing, operations, or a creative or manufacturing environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Comfortable working with both visual tools (Canva) and spreadsheets + Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator is a plus 
• Experience with project management platforms Microsoft Lists, Planner or Notion based tools
• Exposure to overseas manufacturing or importing is a plus
• Ability to work partially in office in Bergen County, NJ

Who You Are
Detail oriented and highly organized
Comfortable juggling multiple projects at once
Proactive and solutions focused
Interested in design, products, and how things are made
Able to work independently while supporting a fast paced creative team

Why Join Us
You will have direct exposure to the full product development process from concept to production
You will work closely with senior leadership in a collaborative and creative environment
Your work will have real impact on the products we bring to market
Flexible schedule with opportunity for growth and advancement

Schedule and Location
Approximately 20 to 25 hours per week
Hybrid role with both in office and remote work
Flexible scheduling

How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief note explaining your interest in this role. A portfolio is welcome but not required. All applicants must complete a survey for consideration- copy this link in your browser https://go.cultureindex.com/s/fCQ29ykaoq