US
UK
EU
The Meri Meri Magic
Meri Meri designs everything fun for life’s celebrations – partyware, seasonal decorations, heirloom-quality children’s gifts and dreamy dress-up. Our products are inspired by the imagination of childhood and rooted in sophisticated design.
“I’ve always loved the process of coming up with an idea and bringing it to life. Imagination is freedom”
Meredithe Stuart-Smith, Founder and President
Benefits
• Your birthday off
• 23 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Staff discount: 50% off wholesale prices
• Hybrid office and remote working environment
• Regular social events: dinners out, trips to the circus and more...
• Investment in learning and development programme
• Life Insurance
Creative
From glittery moodboards to warehouse logistics – we’re creative in everything we do.
Imaginative
We’re inspired by childhood imagination; blue sky thinking is our thing!
Collaborative
We know the power of sharing ideas and working as a team – wherever you are in the world.
Kind
We strive to create a respectful working enviroment: work-life balance is key.
Vacancies
Are you a talented and creative multidisciplinary designer with a passion for illustration, textile design and crafting, and staying on top of the latest interior and fashion trends? Are you able to work both as part of a team and independently? Do you have an urban sensibility and enjoy travelling?
Meri Meri is looking for a designer in our Cheltenham studio who can work within our house style while bringing fresh and unique designs to our brand. Our ideal candidate has experience in various design fields, with a strong focus on illustration, textile design and crafting.
As a designer at Meri Meri, you'll work with a team of talented creatives to design and develop our signature party ware, dress up, home decor and children's products. You'll have the opportunity to bring your unique style to our brand while staying true to our aesthetic and values.
We value creativity, innovation, and a strong work ethic. The ideal candidate should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, have excellent communication skills, and be able to deliver high-quality work on tight deadlines. Familiarity with Adobe illustrator is preferred.
If you're passionate about design and want to work with a team of talented creatives to create fun and imaginative products, we encourage you to apply. Show us what you've got and bring your fresh and unique designs to Meri Meri!
Please send your portfolio, specifically work that you feel is relevant to Meri Meri, along with your CV and a mood board you think relates to Meri Meri to recruitment@merimeri.com with 'Multidisciplinary Designer' in the subject field.
This is a great opportunity for a student/recent graduate or for someone who just want to change career path, to get work experience in an in-house studio. The role is based in our Cheltenham studio, full time 37.5 hours. Attention to detail and willingness to learn are essential for this role.
Please note this is not a design role.
Start date: ASAP
Salary: Dependant on experience
Key skills
- Attention to detail and hardworking are the most important qualities we’re seeking from a candidate
- Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite – will Illustrator being a distinct advantage.
- Capable of picking up new programs quickly
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
Responsibilities
- Creating and updating print ready artwork.
- Making mock ups of products
- Provide support to other members of the team
You will learn:
- You will develop your understanding of print
- To develop your skills within Adobe Creative Suite
- The pre-production process, from brief to sampling
To apply:
Please send your CV with the email subject Creative Artworker to recruitment@merimeri.com.
Your application will then be forwarded to the Hiring Manager.
Only successful candidates will be contacted.
No agencies please.
Title:
Inside Sales – Full Time Sales Manager
Reports
to: National Sales Manager
Classification:
Exempt, Salary Commensurate on Experience
Location:
US- Work from Home
The
Position
The
primary focus will be to manage our sales rep agencies, international distributors
and our independent customers across the U.S. Will engage in business
prospecting activities, and cultivate new business opportunities. This will
include developing new, and existing relationships, and maintaining an
exceptional customer experience throughout the process: establishing
profit-making relationships with new and existing muti-site customers as well
as proactively contacting clients to maintain a consistent high level of delivery
service. The ideal candidate will have an entrepreneurial spirit, be a
generalist with sales experience looking to make a career move into an
expanding company, someone who is well rounded and who will be invested in the
company’s growth.
Responsibilities
include but are not limited to the following:
Key
Responsibilities
- Work with the NSM
to expand Meri Meri in the US market with a primary focus in the
independent/gift & specialty space - Manage and support
our network of sales rep agencies across the U.S, including new rep hire
and on-boarding, ongoing management and goal setting, and new product
training as needed. - Foster and develop
existing business relationships with our international distribution
partners - Ownership of B2B
tool, Faire, in driving brand marketing, communications and revenue to
achieve goals - Represent Meri
Meri with a positive and friendly attitude - Plans, executes,
and attends trade shows specific to territory and channels, supporting all
reps and agencies. - Complete paperwork
thoroughly and promptly - Maintain and
update customer files - Ensure customer
satisfaction (problem solving) - Make sure orders
are handled accurately in a timely manner - Follow up on
pending issues/orders - Perform all other
duties as assigned
Qualifications
- 5+ years of direct
customer sales experience or relevant experience in beauty, giftware,
fashion and/or home market segments - Must have
outstanding oral & written communication, presentation and listening
skills; as well as the ability to act with diplomacy. - Strong computer
skills (MS Word, MS Excel, Pivot Tables) - Strong business
acumen and exceptional analytical skills - Requires a
pro-active team player who thrives in a goal-oriented, dynamic, and
ever-changing work environment. - Must have
flexibility in work schedule, including the ability to travel and attend
regional tradeshows and sales meetings as needed.
To apply, please email your CV and Cover Letter to
recruitment@merimeri.com, with 'Full Time Sales Manager' in the email subject
line.