Junior Merchandiser at Brand Addition in St. Louis, MO

Role Overview

Join our team at Brand Addition as a Junior Merchandiser, where you’ll gain hands-on experience in merchandising and the promotional products industry. In this role, you’ll support some of the world’s largest brands in building product assortments that enhance both internal and external brand engagement.

You will contribute fresh ideas, learn from experienced professionals, and manage and grow your own client relationships. This role is ideal for someone eager to dive into merchandising with opportunities for learning, development, and career advancement in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

About Us

Brand Addition is a global leader in the creative promotional merchandise industry and one of the largest promotional product suppliers in the world. With annual sales exceeding $100 million, we employ more than 400 people across eight offices in the U.S., Europe, and Asia.

Our reputation for quality, service, and client satisfaction is unmatched, with clients including Google, Intel, Indeed, Edward Jones, Enterprise, HPE, and Cadillac. We specialize in ethically sourced promotional merchandise that helps global brands communicate their message on a local and international scale.

Responsibilities

• Develop a strong understanding of promotional products and the merchandising industry
• Lead product range development for small to medium-sized clients, including sourcing, pricing, sampling, and branding
• Work across categories such as apparel, headwear, bags, drinkware, office essentials, home & outdoor, electronics, food & gifts, packaging, and more
• Present curated product ranges to clients both in person and virtually throughout the year
• Assist Merchandising Team members with data entry, order tracking, and sample coordination
• Input and maintain accurate product and supplier information in Brand Addition’s database and ERP system
• Collaborate closely with the Account Management and Inventory Buying teams to meet client expectations and deadlines
• Support on-site vendor visits by managing schedules, sending invites, and hosting vendors
• Assist in onboarding new suppliers
• Learn and apply critical product safety and compliance guidelines (e.g., CPSIA, Prop 65, UL testing, REACH, Country of Origin, HTS codes)
• Partner with global Brand Addition teams to ensure product alignment across regions
• Attend supplier meetings and industry trade shows throughout the year
• Complete additional tasks as needed to support departmental goals

Requirements

• Strong interest in merchandising, product trends, visual presentation, and consumer behaviour
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to balance multiple projects
• Detail-oriented with a creative mindset and eye for aesthetics
• Ability to work proactively and with urgency in a fast-paced environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Collaborative team player with the ability to take initiative
• Enthusiasm for learning and continuous development
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)

Join Our Team!

If you are passionate about products, trends, and creativity, we encourage you to apply for the Junior Merchandiser role at Brand Addition. This is an exciting opportunity to launch your merchandising career while making a meaningful impact on the brands we serve.

Join us in telling compelling product stories and creating memorable brand experiences. Apply today and take the next step in your career with us!