[jobsthatareLEFT by GAIN] Hiring: Merchandising Manager

February 6, 2019

[jobsthatareLEFT by GAIN] Hiring: Merchandising Manager

Summary

The mission of the Mobilization Department at the Democratic National Committee is to bring ordinary people into the heart of the DNC and provide grassroots supporters with encouragement, power, and the tools to mobilize in their communities.

We are a team of passionate, cross-discipline experts committed to spreading the truth, getting supporters more deeply involved, and mobilizing grassroots donors to support the party through creative, relentlessly optimized experiences online and offline. Come join us.

The merchandising manager will manage the DNC online store and all printed merchandise for the DNC, working closely with the direct marketing team, email team, design team, and constituent services team. This includes developing data-driven monthly plans for creation and promotion of merchandise with a focus on maximizing revenue for the DNC.

What You'll Do

    • Own and track the fundraising budget for the DNC online store.  
    • Conceptualize and organize the promotion of the DNC online store in a data driven way that maximizes revenue.
    • Manage the creation of photo and description content for merchandise for the online store.
    • Manage the creation and vetting of merchandise materials for the DNC online store.
    • Oversee and monitor the promotion of DNC merchandise, working with the advertising, social content, and fundraising teams to create data driven marketing plans.
    • Work with the constituent services team to manage all store orders and customer satisfaction.
    • Manage vendor relationships for printed materials.
    • Work with internal stakeholders in ordering merchandise for other departments.
    • Assist with remote merchandise sales as needed at DNC events.
    • Other duties as assigned.

About You

    • Ideal candidate will be a team player, faster learner, and self-starter; you are willing to work hard to get the job done.
    • Have the ability to work independently and on a team; the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
    • Possess a creative eye and a strong attention to detail.  
    • 2-3 years relevant experience in the political realm and/or non-profit organizations.
    • Experience using data analytics to drive strategy in merchandising.
    • Understanding of industry trends and political merchandising.
    • Experience managing consultants or vendors preferred.
    • You must be in D.C. or be willing to relocate to the Washington, D.C. area.


The Democratic National Committee (DNC), is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. The DNC is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or disability, or any other legally protected basis. The DNC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the hiring process and on the job, as required by applicable law. The DNC will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited.

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