Serves as liaison between the Buyers, inventory management, merchandising department and the distribution center.
Assists Buyer in weekly transfer requisitions to direct stores.
As needed, prepares recap reports for the Buyers related to sales, gross profit, and inventory results.
Works closely with the Buyers on data entry support, SKU uploads and system maintenance and updates.
Maintains inventory data.
Evaluate and enter purchase orders as instructed by the Buyers and prepares them for approval.
Follow up on purchase orders, back orders, return authorizations, return credits, mis-ships from suppliers, etc.
Assist Buyer in new/old product sales to determine the continuation and or life cycle of product lines.
As necessary and when assigned, tracks vendor orders to ensure the timely delivery of product to the distribution center
Maintains effective communication and professional relationships with various organization levels including the Distribution Center staff.
Understand and support Castle Megastore Group culture as described.
Will actively be working as needed in the DC processing and reviewing received products on a weekly basis.
Supporting active merchandising in the stores as needed to roll out updated POGs and merchandising guidelines to the stores.
Travel may be required for future tradeshows and store roll outs.
Other duties may be assigned, as we work to the needs of the company.
Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of inventory software and/or order processing systems
Typing ability of 40-50+ words per minute.
10-key by touch
Intermediate Proficiency in MS Office Software specifically 2016 MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook.
Proven ability to maintain established deadlines
Ability to multi-tasks and prioritize projects in a fast-paced environment
Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Analytical - Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations.
Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition.
Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience – High School Diploma or Equivalent. 1-2 years’ experience in retail customer service or related field.
Language Skills - Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to draft routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization.
Mathematical Skills - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage.
Reasoning Ability - Ability to apply common sense understanding to conduct instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear.
The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Some travel may be required with work in retail stores or trade shows.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Marketing and Sales
Industries
Retail
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