Merchandise Assistant, Hybrid

The Merchandise Assistant (MA) is responsible for compiling, processing, disseminating and maintaining merchandise information, supporting activities which drive sales. The MA is responsible to enter and manage critical information of the Buying process and provide assistance to cross functional teams.

Essential Functions:

Set up styles write orders for buying office and maintain items in database, including special orders

Communicate with vendors to manage purchase orders (PO’s): create new POs, track orders (shipping and receipts)

Process Return To Vendors (RTV’s), update/change PO's as needed using APX and SPO systems

Track and communicate directly with vendors.

Enter promotional price changes into RPM program in order to alter pricing for stores and eCommerce

Manage season codes for promotional and permanent markdown process in partnership with Planner

Pull selling reports for the Buyer business review

Perform various advertising functions including proofing ads utilizing Marketing Workflow and Workhorse:

Drive the Sample Process: Manage the samples within the office – from requesting, tracking, organizing, storing and through purging as needed

Requires designated hybrid in-office work schedule

Education:

Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent years of experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Strong communication and organizational skills

Familiar with standard PCs and business software (Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, etc.)

Intermediate to Moderate Excel knowledge

Flexible and capable of shifting to different projects as priorities change

Ability to work in a fast paced retail environment

Ability to collaborate with cross functional teams and work in a team environment

Successfully navigates ambiguity and drives business results regardless of obstacles

Advanced computer navigational skills

Ability to sit for long periods of time and enter data into multiple computer systems

Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in the retail industry, including exposure to pricing and advertising methodology

Demonstrated experience using Oracle systems

Pay Range

$19.00/hr - $21.00/hr

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.

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