Merchandising Assistant

Merchandising Assistant 99 Ranch Market is now hiring a Merchandising Assistant to support our merchandising department in a large Asian grocery retail corporation. Summary As a Merchandising Assistant, you will play a crucial role in optimizing product placement, managing inventory, and ensuring an exceptional shopping experience for our customers. Responsibilities Respond promptly and professionally to incoming phone calls and emails from vendors, suppliers, and internal teams. Assist in revising and managing purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timely processing. Follow up on backorders, claims, and contracts to ensure smooth and efficient operations. Coordinate with cross‑functional teams to address merchandising‑related issues and provide necessary support. Collaborate with the merchandising team to update product information, pricing, and promotions on various platforms. Perform general administrative tasks to support the department’s day‑to‑day operations. Perform other duties as assigned by management. Qualifications Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field. Bilingual in English and Mandarin is preferred. Familiarity with seafood products, cultural preferences, and market trends is a plus. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively. Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross‑functional teams and vendors. Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities to interpret data and make data‑driven decisions. Strong attention to detail with a keen eye for visual presentation and product placement. Ability to adapt to a fast‑paced retail environment and work well under pressure. Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Position Details Employment Type: Full Time Location: 561 US‑1 Edison, NJ 08817 Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance. 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 4% Company Match. Long‑Term Services Award. Employee Discount. Paid Time Off. Compensation The pay range for this job is between $19 and $22 per hour. Compensation may vary based on responsibilities, education, skills, experience, and location. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Tawa Group dba 99 Ranch Market is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr