Associate Merchandising Manager, Bushnell

Associate Merchandising Manager

At the heart of the Associate Merchandising Manager's role is the executional support of the Category Manager's vision and strategy for the Bushnell brand. This role is grounded in the ability to manage and organize key operational tasks that enable the broader category strategy to come to lifethrough data accuracy, presentation development, and market research. The Associate Merchandising Manager will play a critical role in maintaining the day-to-day rhythm of the business, providing timely insights, tools, and deliverables to drive brand growth. This position requires a strong attention to detail, a proactive mindset, and a willingness to learn the fundamentals of category management. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, matrixed environment and is eager to grow within the outdoor products industry. This position reports to the Merchandising Manager and is based out of our Bozeman, MT office.

As the Associate Merchandising Manager, Bushnell, you will have an opportunity to :

• Maintain product and SKU pricing spreadsheets
• Assist with the annual MAP promotional calendar and communication
• Maintain and update product line spreadsheets, ensuring accuracy in pricing, SKU details, and lifecycle status.
• Assist in the creation of presentations for internal and external stakeholders, including sales decks, product briefs, and seasonal line reviews.
• Conduct competitive and consumer market research to support product positioning and innovation opportunities.
• Support the execution of the I2C (idea-to-consumer) process by tracking action items, preparing meeting materials, and documenting key decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including marketing, sales, and product development to gather inputs and align on deliverables.
• Help manage product information systems (PLM, PIM) by entering and maintaining product data.
• Coordinate sample requests, packaging reviews, and other product-related logistics.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to brainstorming sessions and problem-solving discussions.
• Monitor key dates and deliverables to ensure timelines are met and stakeholders are informed.
• Support the Category Manager in preparing for retailer meetings, trade shows, and internal planning sessions.
• Additional projects as required.

You have :

Annual Salary : $65,000.00 - $72,000.00. The actual annual salary offered to a candidate will be based on variables including experience, geographic location, education, and skills / achievements, and will be mutually agreed upon at the time of offer.

We offer a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including : medical and dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401K, PTO, paid holidays, gear discounts and the ability to add value to an exciting mission!

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities / Females / Protected Veteran / Disabled