Administrative Assistant (Product Lifecycle)/ Bolingbrook, IL/ Contract
Detroit, Michigan
Hybrid
Contract
$25/hr - $30/hr
About the Role
We are looking for a Product Lifecycle Administrative Assistant to support product onboarding, data accuracy, workflow management, and cross-functional coordination.
In this role, you will work closely with Merchandising, Planning, Inventory, IT, and Vendor partners to ensure timely and accurate item setup, system integrity, and operational readiness across product launches and lifecycle events.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is detail-oriented, enjoys process improvement, and thrives in a fast-paced, team-focused environment. What You'll Do
Product & Data Support
We are looking for a Product Lifecycle Administrative Assistant to support product onboarding, data accuracy, workflow management, and cross-functional coordination.
In this role, you will work closely with Merchandising, Planning, Inventory, IT, and Vendor partners to ensure timely and accurate item setup, system integrity, and operational readiness across product launches and lifecycle events.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is detail-oriented, enjoys process improvement, and thrives in a fast-paced, team-focused environment. What You'll Do
Product & Data Support
- Manage item creation and maintenance throughout the product lifecycle
- Validate product information for accuracy and completeness in internal systems
- Assist in merchant setup sheets and database entry
- Communicate with internal teams and external partners to resolve data discrepancies
- Support item transitions, price updates, assortment changes, and vendor changes
- Collaborate with IT and business teams to troubleshoot system issues
- Execute batch processes, reporting, and file uploads
- Review daily/weekly reporting to ensure data and system accuracy
- Maintain documentation and support SOP improvement initiatives
- Assist with scheduling, communication, and documentation
- Maintain organized workflows, timelines, and updates
- Provide high-quality service and support to cross-functional business partners
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Intermediate Excel and system proficiency
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to collaborate in a fast-paced environment
- Professionalism, confidentiality, and strong work ethic
- Experience in product data, merchandising, or inventory support
- Retail or product lifecycle experience a plus
- Familiarity with item setup and product systems helpful
- Hybrid or onsite in Bolingbrook (based on business needs)
You will receive the following benefits:
- Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
- Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
- Vision Benefits
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
- Paid Sick Time Leave
- Legal and Identity Protection Plans
- Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
- 529 College Saver Plan
Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.