Merchandising Operations Intern, Accessories & Partnerships

About Schumacher 

Schumacher & Co. is an innovative interior design company that is disrupting the $150 billion-dollar global interior design industry. We are a technological leader on the design frontier, constantly pushing boundaries and striving for excellence. With over 500+ employees and growing, we are driven by a shared belief that design transforms life. We are dedicated to the mission of helping our customers “celebrate the feeling of home”. Schumacher designs and produces some of the most beautiful fabrics, wallcoverings, trims, furniture, and accessories in the world. Our portfolio of products is broad, but they are united by a passion for design, a thirst for what is next, an appreciation for what’s come before, a drive to make our products with enormous care and attention for detail. Schumacher is a globally recognized company with a myriad of showrooms both domestically and internationally.

Our competitive advantage in the industry is the people. We believe that our employees are our most important assets. F. Schumacher & Co is deeply anchored in our company core values which are as follows:

• Preserve Our Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Take Ownership & Accountability
• Be Solutions-Oriented
• Demonstrate Courage
• Practice Adaptability
• Embrace Collaboration

We empower our employees to live these values daily because we understand how it will positively impact the customer's journey. F. Schumacher & Co., also known as FSCO, is the parent company to many brands within our portfolio.

Role Overview

About The Role

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-driven Merchandising Operations Intern on the Business Development & Partnerships team. This role is the operational backbone behind Schumacher’s Design Shop assortment, various partnerships, and accessory development, ensuring products move seamlessly from concept to launch to ongoing replenishment. You’ll work cross-functionally to manage product setup, inventory accuracy, purchase orders, and partnership operations.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives on organization, enjoys working with data and systems, and wants exposure to product launches and brand partnerships within a creative environment.

Key Responsibilities

Product Setup, SKU Management & Catalog Maintenance

• Create and maintain SKUs in systems (Square, Salespad), ensuring complete and accurate product data for Design Shops, Creative Partnerships, Licensed Products, and Schumacher accessories
• Gather and organize product imagery
• Prepare products for e-commerce launches on schumacher.com and schumacherdesignshop.com
• Audit and update product information and pricing as needed
• Support seasonal assortment updates and biannual Design Shop sales

Vendor, Purchase Order & Launch Coordination

• Create and maintain purchase orders, track order status and delivery timelines, and manage inbound logistics
• Partner with Portfolio Development, Procurement, and Warehouse teams on new launches and product arrivals
• Help ensure timely and accurate product availability across channels

Inventory & Reporting Support

• Pull and analyze sales and inventory reports regularly
• Coordinate cycle counts with Design Shop locations and reconcile inventory in systems
• Partner with Finance and Warehouse teams to reconcile inventory monthly for Design Shops
• Manage inventory transfers between Design Shop locations and within Systems

Partnerships & Licensing Operations

• Maintain legal partnership tracker and key documentation
• Support royalty tracking and payments in coordination with Finance team
• Assist with operational needs and reporting related to partnership and licensing products

Requirements

• High school diploma required
• Experience in merchandising, operations, project coordination, or a related role preferred
• Exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of projects
• Passion for revenue growth, market expansion, and business strategy
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and other productivity tools.
• Experience with ERP, inventory, or e-commerce systems (Square and Great Plains / SalesPad)
• Interest in interior design, luxury, or start-up environments is a plus.
• Hybrid role with at least 3 days per week in-person at our SoHo corporate office.

Benefits Package

Your well-being is our top priority. Our benefits and total compensation are designed for the whole person, caring for both you and your family.

Wealth Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Corporate Annual Profit Sharing
• 401K Plan

Health Benefits:

• Dental Coverage
• Medical Coverage
• Prescription Drug Plan
• Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• TELADOC

Other Benefits:

• 20 Days Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 10 Company Holidays
• Bereavement Leave
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• AFLAC Plans (Accident and Critical Illness Plans)
• Pet Insurance
• Short-Term Disability (STD)
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Parental Medical Leave
• Child Bonding Leave
• Employee Discount

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equality in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.