Assistant Merchant

Gardens Alive

. Collect, enter, and maintain detailed product specifications, attributes, imagery guidance, and supporting assets within product management systems .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeTipp City • Ohio • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in product management and data accuracy, with a strong focus on horticulture and gardening products. Proficient in developing product specifications and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance product performance and customer engagement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Product ManagementEcommerce PlatformsProduct Information Systems (PIM)Strong Written CommunicationAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Product Data ManagementProduct SpecificationsInventory ManagementData AnalysisDigital Merchandising

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional CollaborationTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelERP Systems

Industry Keywords

HorticultureGardening ProductsPlant VarietiesLawn and Garden Industry

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collect, enter, and maintain detailed product specifications, attributes, imagery guidance, and supporting assets within product management systems
Ensure product data accuracy and completeness for item setup, purchasing readiness, and inbound logistics
Provide pack details, product identifiers, and technical specifications for product availability and import processes
Maintain organized product documentation and vendor information
Provide product specifications and supporting information for assortment planning and product selection
Track product lifecycle status, availability, and end-of-season activity for inventory management and liquidation planning
Verify product information is accurate and complete before ordering
Develop and maintain optimized product copy, bullet points, and specifications for digital merchandising and customer engagement
Provide product information for marketing campaigns, promotions, and upselling opportunities
Collaborate with Creative teams on product content, imagery guidance, and messaging
Refine product content using performance insights and customer feedback
Support product performance reviews through reporting, analysis, and product feedback
Provide product information support to Merchandising, Marketing, and Operations teams
Assist with vendor documentation and product-related data entry to keep product records current and complete

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, Merchandising, Horticulture, Agriculture, or a related field preferred
2–5 years of experience in product management, merchandising, product data management, ecommerce, or related roles
Working knowledge of horticulture, gardening products, plant varieties, or the lawn and garden industry preferred
Ability to understand and communicate plant characteristics, growing requirements, and product performance attributes
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage complex product information
Experience working with product information systems (PIM), ERP systems, or ecommerce platforms preferred
Strong written communication skills with the ability to develop clear product descriptions and specifications
Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data tools
Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
Regularly required to sit at a desk/computer
Quiet, distraction-free home work area with high-speed internet

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully remote work arrangement
Quiet, distraction-free home work area with high-speed internet
Equal Opportunity Employer