Puffco · 21 hours ago
Merchandise Planner
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$40/hr - $50/hr
3+ years expPuffco is a company revolutionizing the cannabis industry with advanced technology and design. They are seeking a contract Merchandise Planner to support merchandise initiatives across various channels, focusing on driving programs from concept to launch while collaborating with internal teams and external vendors.
CannabisConsumerConsumer ApplicationsConsumer Electronics
Responsibilities
Support the development and maintenance of the merchandise roadmap across channels, with a primary focus on wholesale/retail needs (swag, promotions, merchandising), and additional support for DTC and trade/events
Drive execution across merchandise categories including apparel, collectibles, swag, trade/event kits, collaborations/limited items, and retail merchandising assets (e.g., floor mats, shelf/display accents)
Manage merchandise projects across the lifecycle (concept → development → launch → transition/end-of-life), including timelines, milestones, and stakeholder touchpoints
Contribute product ideas and merchandise concepts aligned with business objectives, preparing options and recommendations for review
Partner with Procurement, Operations, Sales, Creative, and Marketing to execute merchandise initiatives from kickoff through launch
Establish clear project deliverables, timelines, and dependencies; track progress and flag risks or blockers as needed
Manage multiple concurrent projects while maintaining clear communication around status, priorities, and next steps
Source and coordinate with external designers and creative partners to develop graphic-led merchandise concepts
Collaborate with internal Creative teams to ensure brand alignment, incorporate feedback, and prepare production-ready assets
Ensure designs align with Puffco’s visual identity, tone, and cultural relevance
Partner with Procurement to support vendor sourcing, quoting, sampling, and production readiness
Manage sampling and quality review cycles to ensure merchandise meets expectations for materials, fit, print quality, and overall execution
Identify and communicate quality risks early, supporting resolution with vendors and internal partners
Collaborate with channel stakeholders and Procurement on planning inputs, timing considerations, and forecasting assumptions
Support launch readiness by coordinating approvals, production timelines, and cross-functional handoffs
Qualification
Required
3–5 years of experience in merchandise planning, product merchandising, apparel/soft goods development, or brand merchandise (consumer/lifestyle preferred)
Experience supporting merchandise drops, seasonal assortments, or lifecycle management across multiple projects
Strong experience working with vendors through sampling and production timelines
Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional projects and coordinate multiple stakeholders
Strong cultural awareness across fashion, design, streetwear, collectibles, and related cultural spaces
Experience collaborating with external designers and internal creative teams
Proficiency with tools such as Asana, Slack, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and Microsoft Office; comfortable onboarding into new systems quickly
Benefits
Friendly office in LA Center Studios with a fun casual and comfortable work environment
Snacks, lunches, retreats, and SO much more!
Company
Puffco
Puffco makes products that provide the most intuitive and effective interaction with cannabis concentrates.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Roger Volodarsky
Founder and CEO
Avi Bajpai
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
2025-10-02
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