Egg Harbor Township, NJ30+ days ago
Responsible for developing a working knowledge of the merchandising function including merchandise selection, negotiating, pricing, planning, and marketing merchandise Analyzes weekly sales and item performance with the buyer/planner Assists in preparing merchandise and reports for weekly team meetings Creates, submits, and tracks purchase order worksheets Assists Buyer in sample approval processes, organization, and maintenance Works alongside Buyer to develop professional relationships with external suppliers and internal partners via telephone, email, and face-to-face meetings Works alongside Buyer to assist with visual merchandising in setting monthly floor sets and planograms Assist with store operations with communication on product issues, concerns, and questions from the stores Travel to store locations to review product mix, gather feedback, and share information with the merchant team Occasional market travel with Buyer: visiting vendors, attending trade shows, etc. A.) from four-year college or university; and/up to 6 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Knowledge of Microsoft Suite to include Excel, Outlook, Word, and Powerpoint Exceptional organizational skills to manage and prioritize multiple tasks Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong analytical ability Creative aptitude Strong collaboration skills to partner with cross-functional teamsThe pay range reflects the potential base salary range for this role.