Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from The PCA Companies
Job overview
The Merchandise Coordinator role at The PCA Companies is an entry-level position designed for recent graduates passionate about beauty and merchandising, supporting the buying team by managing product data and ensuring timely product launches.
Responsibilities and impact
The Merchandise Coordinator will create and maintain SKUs, update pricing and item statuses, manage the UPC/Master File process, track product performance using Power BI and Excel, support cross-department product tracking, generate weekly reports, and collaborate with internal and retail partners to maintain data accuracy.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a salary range of $65,500 to $66,500 per year, deep product discounts on beauty brands, full medical, dental, and vision benefits after 60 days, a 401(k) plan with up to 4% match after one year, 17 PTO days plus 6 paid holidays, and a clear career path into buying or planning roles.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree or be in progress in Business, Retail, Merchandising, or related fields, with 0-2 years of experience including internships or part-time roles, solid Excel skills including pivot tables and v-lookups, strong communication, and a collaborative mindset; exposure to Power BI is a plus.
Career development
The role offers a clear path into buying or planning roles within the beauty industry, providing opportunities to grow professionally in merchandising and retail operations.
Work environment and culture
The PCA Companies emphasize diversity and equal opportunity, with a hybrid work model requiring four days in-office in New York City and one day remote, fostering collaboration and inclusion.
Company information
The PCA Companies operate in the beauty industry, focusing on clean skincare and conscious beauty, working with innovative brands and offering career opportunities in merchandising and buying.
Team overview
The candidate will join the merchandising team, working closely with the buying team and collaborating with internal and retail partners to maintain product data and support product launches.
Job location and travel
The job is based in New York City with a Monday to Thursday in-office schedule and Friday remote work option, requiring availability onsite four days a week.
Unique job features
This entry-level role is distinguished by its focus on clean beauty products, use of Power BI and Excel for data tracking, and a hybrid work schedule that balances in-office collaboration with remote flexibility.
Company overview
The PCA Companies specialize in providing comprehensive insurance and risk management solutions tailored for businesses and individuals. They generate revenue through premium collections, underwriting profits, and investment income from their portfolio. Established in 1983, PCA has grown significantly, expanding its services to include employee benefits, personal insurance, and specialized industry coverage, making it a key player in the insurance sector. Their commitment to customer service and innovation has earned them a strong reputation in the industry.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your educational background in business, fashion merchandising, retail management, or related fields, emphasizing any internships or part-time roles that demonstrate your entry-level experience and eagerness to learn in buying or merchandising.
Focus on showcasing your strong Excel skills, including pivot tables and v-lookups, as well as any familiarity with Power BI or other data reporting tools, since data accuracy and reporting are key for this Merchandise Coordinator role.
Apply through multiple platforms such as The PCA Companies' official corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and other job boards where this position is posted to maximize your chances of being noticed.
Connect with employees in the merchandising or buying departments at The PCA Companies on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent company product launches, expressing your enthusiasm for clean beauty, or asking about their experience transitioning from entry-level roles to buying positions.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'SKU management,' 'UPC/Master File process,' 'Excel pivot tables,' 'Power BI,' 'product data accuracy,' and 'merchandising coordination' to ensure it passes initial automated screenings.
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