Retail Coordinator - Little Words Project

The Retail Coordinator will be responsible for managing product information, coordinating events, assisting with visual merchandising, and supporting store operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Inventory Management

• Keep a close eye on incoming shipments and tracking information.
• Manage timelines for shipments and communicate any delays or expedited needs to relevant stakeholders.
• Coordinate with store teams to ensure timely receipt of inventory and address any issues with shipments.
• Support the Retail team in various tasks related to inventory reporting.
• Assist with sales reporting, inventory adjustments, cycle count monitoring, and placement of new buys as needed.

Fleetwide Event Coordination:

• Develop comprehensive slide decks for fleetwide events, detailing the overarching idea, supplies, store locations, budgets, and team responsibilities.
• Create and manage budget sheets, including tracking of expenses, item updates, and event materials.
• Oversee the ordering and distribution of event materials, ensuring they reach the appropriate locations on time.

Brand Research:

• Conduct research on potential brand partners for monthly market events and key brand activations.

Brand Activations and Retail Support:

• Organize and send out necessary materials for brand activations, such as bead kits, string, iPads, size guides, etc.
• Maintain communication with team members regarding tracking and shipping items back to HQ after events.
• Provide support for retail store needs, including sending display kits, window clings, and other promotional materials.

Tech Setup and Management:

• Set up and manage tech equipment (iPads, laptops) for new store openings and events.
• Ensure proper management of tech inventory, including checking in and out equipment for events and maintaining up-to-date records.
• Provide support for setting up and troubleshooting tech at events, including connecting devices via Bluetooth and managing password keys.

Store Design & Visuals:

• Help with store designs by creating and submitting design tickets for major interior and exterior signage, ensuring cohesive design elements.
• Assist in curating the PR invite lists for in-store events
• Create visuals for Product Knowledge decks.

Visual Merchandising & Inventory Management:

• Pack and ship visual merchandising-related items to various retail stores
• Maintain cross-functional communication to ensure stores are fully stocked with products.
• Coordinate replenishment orders and place orders for new product launches across all stores.
• Support store opening operations, including managing timelines and resources.

Additional Requirements:

• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed for events.
• Ability to lift and transport event materials.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Retail Management, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of corporate retail experience in retail operations or visual merchandising.
• Proficiency in Shopify or other e-commerce platforms.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Experience with inventory management and product launches is a plus.
• Creative thinking with an eye for design and visual presentation.