Merchant Assistant

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship

General Summary:

As a Merchant Assistant, you’ll ensure new items have been set up properly in the database, accurately input price changes, create fashion purchase orders, and assist with the development of weekly and ad hoc reports. Your day-to-day job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

Communicate regularly and consistently with suppliers to obtain new product information, current pricing, descriptions, UPC codes, etc.

Maintain relationships to collaboratively work to resolve any issues/discrepancies with support areas.

Manage the marketing projection tool, Aptaris/Pro3, by entering deals, projections, scan allowances and co-op.

Collect, review and proof product samples, prior to shipment, to ensure all information is correct and in line with Company Guidelines.  Handle disposition of rejected samples.

Coordinate team and vendor meetings and manage Buyer and Associate/Assistant Buyer’s calendar.

Perform data entry functions, including but not limited to, RTV’s, new item set up, supplier maintenance, price changes and item maintenance.  Maintain proficiency in use of internal computer systems such as Retek, Aptaris/Pro3, and SharePoint.

Follow-up online reviews to ensure items are entered and deleted in a master spreadsheet set up and ordered in a timely manner and perform any other related line review functions as needed.

Communicate with customers to resolve complaints, issues, and special requests.  Generate standardized letters for customers and follow-up on customer calls and issues.

Perform a variety of administrative duties such as answering phones, opening mail, distributing reports, creating presentations, filing, typing, and sending letters. Work with Data Management team to setup New Supplier’s by ensuring all required paperwork has been filled out correctly and preparing and mailing vendor packet updates.

Other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

Education: High school or GED

Job Related Skills: Proven track record in priority setting and managing multiple tasks and strong written and communication skills with excellent organizational skills. Applicant must have high attention to detail, strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Computer Skills: Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office desktop applications and all Windows-based programs

Retail experience (Preferred)

Projected Hourly Range: $20.00 - $25.00

Family Dollar is an equal opportunity employer and committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and makes all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We are committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities

Full time510 Volvo Parkway,Chesapeake,Virginia 23320Merchant ServicesFamily Dollar