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

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) this hybrid role offers the best of both worlds with 50% in-office collaboration in our East Hanover, NJ location (approximately 3 days per week) and 50% work-from-home flexibility to support balance and productivity.
• Salary range: $100,000–$150,000 (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. 

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.

• 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

This hybrid role requires being in the East Hanover, NJ office 3 days per week (50% in-office)

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!

No relocation support available.