eCommerce Merchandiser - Remote
Company: Other World Computing
Location: Woodstock
Posted on: June 25, 2022
Job Description:
About Us:OWC is a fast-paced, friendly atmosphere that advocates
ingenuity and encourages every employee to contribute ideas towards
the discovery of the next innovative concept that could change the
world of technology. Our shared vision of the ultimate customer
experience is a key component to achieving the industry-leading
results OWC has become known for around the globe. We firmly
believe that the best in life is obtained through dedicated
teamwork and creativity.OWC is an environmentally conscious company
committed to the conservation of our planet's resources through the
use of renewable energy and company-wide recycling programs. Today
OWC is recognized as a leading zero-emissions Mac and PC technology
company. Other World Computing (OWC) has been providing the highest
quality hardware products and support to the computer industry
since 1988, specializing in Mac upgrades and expansion products to
extend the useful life of Macs and reduce e-waste. We have one of
the largest online catalogs for computer and iDevice enhancement
products through our e-commerce portal www.macsales.com and have
been steadily expanding the software solutions we provide as well
through our brands SoftRAID and Mediafour.OWC offers great benefits
such as medical, dental, vision, 401K, short/long term disability,
HSA and FSA accounts and a wellness program. We provide paid time
off and 6 paid holidays as well as flexible schedule and work from
home opportunities. We value our employees so there is potential
for career growth, cross functional training, stretch assignments
and ongoing educational opportunities.Job Summary:Other World
Computing is seeking an eCommerce Merchandiser to manage the
presentation of products for an established ecommerce leader in the
computer hardware/upgrade space. The primary focus of this role is
to enhance the user experience, improve onsite conversion, and
drive sales through effective product positioning, which includes
careful consideration of product naming, description/marketing
content, graphics, technical specs, promotions, on-site search,
product placement, and more. A successful candidate will
effectively leverage their experience, product knowledge, and
content creation skills, using innovative merchandising techniques
to provide engaging product information in an effective, easily
digestible presentation. Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None Duties/Responsibilities: Leverage available analytics to
improve our understanding of customer shopping behavior, and
identify opportunities for improvement and optimization of those
data sources Leverage product knowledge, understanding of customer
behavior/psychology, and effective online selling techniques to
influence and improve all aspects of our online store, including
site structure, page design, visual presentation, onsite search and
more, ensuring friction-free purchase paths Manage/maintain product
selection and assortment for email campaign promotions Contribute
to product strategy/assortment strategy, including exclusive
business opportunities to grow online product offeringIdentify
meaningful category and product performance trends through data
analysis, and present thoughtful strategies to improve that
performanceAnalyze and observe pricing, messaging, functionality,
and presentation on competing retail/brand sitesWork with online
marketing team to build targeted landing pages for paid and organic
web traffic Manage special product and pricing promotions, from
inception to execution, and report on results Perform regular site
reviews to identify opportunities for product content improvements
Maintain repository of requests and feedback from customers,
employees, and management, ensuring timely and efficient use to
improve the overall customer experience Special projects as
assigned by leadershipRequired Skills/Abilities:5+ years experience
in merchandising and/or building content for a B2C e-commerce
business, preferably in Computing Hardware or Consumer Electronics
Ability to identify and effectively communicate an items key
selling points in a creative and compelling way (both written and
visual) that is on-brand, relevant, and tailored to site visitors
Experience managing large amounts of detailed product data,
content, pricing, image assets, etc.Detail-oriented, capable of
handling multiple projects at once, adept in navigating ambiguity
and rapidly changing/competing priorities Working knowledge of
modern eCommerce platforms and principles Strong understanding of
web analytics, including Google Analytics Proficient with Microsoft
Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and Google Docs (Sheets, Slides,
etc.) Experience with project management/collaboration tools
Category management experience is a plus Onsite search management
and optimization is a plus Website optimization/testing platform
experience is a plusAbility to understand/code HTML/CSS is a plus
Interest or experience in the Computing Hardware/Memory/Storage
industries is a plusA team player with a positive attitude and
willingness to learn and improve Education and Experience:
- 2+ years experience in merchandising and/or building content
for a B2C e-commerce business, preferably in Computing Hardware or
Consumer Electronics.Physical Requirements:The physical demands
described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this
job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job
description supersedes prior job descriptions. When duties and
responsibilities change and develop, the job description will be
reviewed and is subject to changes of business necessity. EEO/AA
Employer Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the
United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and
Affirmative Action employer, and considers qualified applicants
without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national
origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability,
veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state,
or local law.
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