Merchandise Analyst

Location: Framingham, Massachusetts

Country: United States

Category: Administrative

Workplace Location: Onsite

Employment Type: Contract

Posted Date: January 26, 2026

Job ID: 643268

Job Description

Merchandise Analyst
Contract at least 6 months with the potential for extension
Hybrid in - Framingham, MA

Hourly rate: $30.00-33.80/hr


Must have:
Bachelors (business is preferred)
3-5 years merchandise operations experience
Excel
Power BI

Merchandise Operations Analyst 
We are seeking a detail-oriented contractor to support markdown and merchandise operations. This role plays a key part in managing markdown processes, ensuring operational accuracy, and delivering timely updates that support efficient execution across stores.

Key Responsibilities

Create and maintain the markdown calendar, ensuring all timelines and events are accurate and up to date

Prepare and manage consolidated markdown files for new store openings

Enter and manage auto-close dates in the Flex Management system and oversee weekly markdown authorization approvals

Process markdown extension requests and communicate updates and approvals to stakeholders

Execute markdown-related operational tasks in compliance with established standards

Partner with cross-functional teams to align markdown execution with merchandising objectives

Serve as a point of contact between merchandising, planning, and store operations teams for markdown-related activities

Key Deliverables

Accurate and up-to-date markdown calendar

Consolidated markdown files for new store openings

Documentation supporting markdown extensions and approvals

Timely and accurate entry of auto-close dates in Flex Management

 

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