Assistant Copywriter

Reports to the Merch Ops Content Management Specialist in Merchandising. Responsible for writing web copy for 1,000+ projects annually across 13 merchandising categories. Manages the web copy approval process via Workfront and Proof HQ, ensuring accuracy and coordinating approvals with QA, Product Marketing, Merchandising, and Proofing teams. Proficient in STEP (PIM system) and skilled in cross-functional communication, critical thinking, and managing a well-organized request queue. Leads and schedules effective cross-functional meetings while navigating complex requests.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Web Copy Writing & Management: Write and implement web copy for over 1,500 projects annually, covering 13 merchandising categories and ensuring consistency and accuracy across the website.         
• Approval Coordination: Coordinate and manage the web copy approval process using Workfront and Proof HQ, facilitating collaboration and approvals across multiple teams (QA, Product Marketing, Merchandising, and Proofing).   
• Web Copy Accuracy: Ensure the accuracy and consistency of all web copy across the website, collaborating with various teams to ensure brand alignment and optimization.      
• STEP Management: Manage and update content in STEP, our PIM system, ensuring all information is up-to-date and aligned with the latest product and marketing strategies. 
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Facilitate productive meetings and communicate effectively across teams to ensure alignment on web copy objectives, timelines, and deliverables.           
• Request Management: Maintain an organized request queue and navigate through unclear or complex requests while ensuring timely delivery.    
• Special Projects: Write procedural Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in the area of web copywriting and content management; implement and maintain item type taxonomy to ensure consistency and accuracy across the platform.   

Scope

• Staff supervision and development:  No
• Decision making: 
• Limited - Coordinates the collection of information and requests and acts according to pre-defined processes
• Travel:  Up to 5%
• Flex Designation:  Remote from anywhere within the continental U.S.