Responsibilities

• support the development, sourcing, and execution of branded merchandise, premium apparel, and custom promotional programs across client initiatives
• internal subject matter expert for promotional merchandise and branded product experiences
• partnering with Client Service, Creative, Production, and Operations teams to identify product solutions, manage vendors, and execute merchandise programs that support brand activations, retail programs, and marketing campaigns
• plays a key part in the development of brand kits, influencer kits, branded apparel, giveaway items and premium gifting experiences
• coordinating multiple production partners and custom components — including packaging, branded assets, and specialty fabrication — to deliver polished brand experiences
• managing initiatives from concept and ideation through sourcing, production, kitting, and final delivery, ensuring programs are delivered on time, on budget, and aligned with brand standards
• ideal candidate brings a proactive, can-do mindset and the ability to think creatively and develop alternative solutions when traditional sourcing or production approaches don’t meet program needs
• Partner with Client Service, Creative, Business Development and Activation leadership teams to develop merchandise strategies and product solutions that support client campaigns and programs
• Collaborate with Creative teams to ideate kit concepts, merchandise assortments, and branded packaging experiences
• Help develop custom merchandise kits, including item selection, branded components, packaging vessels, and presentation details

Requirements

• 4–7+ years experience in promotional merchandise sourcing, branded merchandise programs, or product development
• Experience managing custom merchandise kits or multi-vendor promotional programs
• Experience working with ASI suppliers or promotional merchandise manufacturers
• Experience sourcing premium apparel brands and retail-quality merchandise
• Strong vendor coordination and procurement awareness
• Ability to manage multiple programs and shifting timelines simultaneously
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to develop creative sourcing solutions
• Highly organized with strong project management capabilities

Preferred

• experience mentoring or supporting junior team members is a plus
• a strong promotional merchandise vendor network is a major plus