Description

Work with a powerhouse brand—Mondelez International—through an exciting opportunity with Pavone Group!

Hybrid Long-term contract position: Based in the New York/New Jersey metro area (East Hanover office)

Salary range: $110,000–$160,000 (based on experience, skills, and budget)

Background in print or display production required

Bring Global Brands to Life—In-Store.

Looking for your next big move in merchandising? This is your chance to help shape how iconic brands like Oreo, Ritz, and Sour Patch Kids show up at retail. Pavone is hiring a Merchandising Manager to work at our client Mondelez International, one of the world’s largest snack companies. This is a long-term contract role supporting in-store display development that demands creativity, clear communication, attention to detail and cross-functional collaboration.

This hybrid role averages 1–2 days a week in the East Hanover, NJ office.

No relocation support available

What You’ll Do

Manage the full lifecycle of temporary unfilled POS display projects – from creative brief to in-store execution.
Lead creative and structural development for all temporary unfilled POS displays
Manage budget and project timelines
Ensure all displays meet brand standards, are cost-effective, and are easy to assemble
Manage vendor bids, track project milestones, and proactively identify risks
Perform quality control checks on display prototypes and final production.
Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, marketing, and planning teams.
Stay current on industry innovations and translate them into elevated retail activations.

Requirements

What You’ll Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or related field
4–6 years of experience in Print Production and or POS/display development
A must-have: a solid understanding of print and or display production (corrugated materials, manufacturing, etc.)
Strong communication and project management skills
Ability to balance multiple deadlines and competing priorities in fast-paced environment
Experience managing vendor relationships, timelines, and budgets
A passion for creativity, shopper behavior, retail trends, and brand storytelling
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Why This Role?

Because working behind the scenes of world-famous brands is exciting. Because you’ll be surrounded by creative thinkers and seasoned marketers. Because the work you do will show up in stores across the country and you’ll be the one who made it happen!

Ready to Make Brands Pop Off the Shelf?

Apply now to join Pavone Group in this dynamic contract role supporting Mondelez International!

Qualifications

Background in print or display production required
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or related field
4–6 years of experience in Print Production and or POS/display development
A must-have: a solid understanding of print and or display production (corrugated materials, manufacturing, etc.)
Strong communication and project management skills
Ability to balance multiple deadlines and competing priorities in fast-paced environment
Experience managing vendor relationships, timelines, and budgets
A passion for creativity, shopper behavior, retail trends, and brand storytelling
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

Salary range: $110,000–$160,000 (based on experience, skills, and budget)

Responsibilities

Bring Global Brands to Life—In-Store
This is your chance to help shape how iconic brands like Oreo, Ritz, and Sour Patch Kids show up at retail
This is a long-term contract role supporting in-store display development that demands creativity, clear communication, attention to detail and cross-functional collaboration
This hybrid role averages 1–2 days a week in the East Hanover, NJ office
Manage the full lifecycle of temporary unfilled POS display projects – from creative brief to in-store execution
Lead creative and structural development for all temporary unfilled POS displays
Manage budget and project timelines
Ensure all displays meet brand standards, are cost-effective, and are easy to assemble
Manage vendor bids, track project milestones, and proactively identify risks
Perform quality control checks on display prototypes and final production
Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, marketing, and planning teams
Stay current on industry innovations and translate them into elevated retail activations

Merchandising Manager (Contract – Hybrid, NY/NJ Metro Area)

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