Merchandise Assistant

Merchandise AssistantThe Merchandise Assistant (MA) plays a critical role in supporting the buying team by managing the operational flow of orders from start to finish and is responsible for compiling, processing, disseminating and maintaining merchandise information. This includes inputting purchase orders, tracking shipments, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring timely communication with vendors and cross-functional partners. The MA helps drive efficiency and accuracy across the order lifecycle, enabling the team to react quickly to trends and maximize sales and margin opportunities.Essential Functions:Set up styles write orders for buying office and maintain items in databaseCommunicate with vendors to manage purchase orders (PO's): create new POs, track orders (shipping and receipts)Process orders manually with speed and precisionUpdate/change POs as needed within all appropriate systemsTrack and communicate directly with vendors to resolve issues, adjustments and understand status of ordersEnter price changes into RPM program in order to alter pricingManage season codes for promotional and permanent markdown process in partnership with PlannerPull selling reports for the Buyer business reviewPerform 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 neededEducation:Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent years of experience requiredWork Experience:1+ year preferredKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:Strong communication and organizational skillsStrong attention to detailFamiliar with standard PCs and business software (Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, etc.)Intermediate to Moderate Excel knowledgeFlexible and capable of shifting to different projects as priorities changeAbility to work in a fast-paced retail environmentProactive mindsetAttention to detail to ensure high quality and accuracy in work and work productsAbility to collaborate with cross functional teams and work in a team environmentSuccessfully navigates ambiguity and drives business results regardless of obstaclesAdvanced computer navigational skillsAbility to sit for long periods of time and enter data into multiple computer systemsDemonstrated knowledge of and experience in the retail industry, including exposure to pricing and advertising methodologyDemonstrated experience using Oracle systemsRequires designated hybrid in-office work schedulePay Range $19.00/hr - $21.00/hrReflected 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. Belk