Volunteer Role: Merchandise Lead

Volunteer Role: Merchandise Lead

Organization: Leveling the Fields

Commitment: 3–5 hours per month

Reports to: Marketing Committee Chair

Position Overview

The Merchandise Lead develops and manages Leveling the Fields’ merchandise program as an ongoing revenue source. This role is responsible for sourcing vendors, coordinating designs, setting up sales platforms, and ensuring our merchandise aligns with the LTF brand while generating sustainable income.

Key Responsibilities

Development & Sourcing

• Research and compare pricing from local vendors, printers, and drop-shipping companies.
• Establish relationships with reliable partners for apparel, accessories, and custom items.
• Identify opportunities for limited-edition items tied to programs, events, or awareness campaigns.

Design Coordination

• Work with graphic designers (internal or external) to create merchandise designs.
• Manage design files, proofs, and approvals.

Online Store Management

• Set up and oversee an Etsy shop and LTF’s online storefront.
• Upload products, write descriptions, manage categories, and maintain a polished shop appearance.
• Ensure pricing includes fair margins to support LTF programs.

Operations & Fulfillment

• Coordinate with vendors or drop-shipping services to ensure smooth order processing.
• Monitor order quality and customer feedback.
• Track sales numbers and inventory (if applicable).

Reporting & Collaboration

• Provide monthly updates to the Executive Director and Marketing Committee Chair on sales, best-selling items, and performance trends.
• Work with the Marketing and Development Committees to promote merch during campaigns, events, and outreach.
• Suggest new product ideas and seasonal launches.

Qualifications

• Experience in e-commerce, Etsy, or online shop management preferred.
• Strong eye for branding, design, and product quality.
• Basic understanding of pricing, margins, and online merchandising.
• Organized, reliable, and comfortable coordinating vendors and designers.

What Success Looks Like

• Fully functioning Etsy shop and LTF shop with consistent sales
• Clear vendor partnerships and streamlined fulfillment
• High-quality, on-brand merchandise
• Steady revenue stream contributing to LTF programs