Merchandising Assistant

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The Merchandising Assistant is responsible for supporting the Merchandising organization to ensure streamlined operations by handling the PO process and administrative tasks for the buying and inventory teams, managing the shipping & receiving pipeline, and supporting the Merchandise consultant with visual merchandising/case responsibilities. This role will also support the data analyst role as needed and play a crucial part in backing up each category during times of seasonal need.

This role reports to the Director of Merchandising.

• Oversee all inbound & outgoing shipping; create transfers and shipping labels, pack and prepare boxes for pickup
• Log all incoming merchandise to the receiving log and hand off to appropriate team
• Update shipping rate grids for staff
• Order and organize all shipping supplies
• Work with the Inventory coordinator to ensure new merchandise has pictures and accurate description
• Manage backstock inventory and backstock cards
• Oversee the PO process, by tracking and reconciling incoming merchandise with open purchase orders
• Assist the Buyers and coordinators with merchandise returns
• Assist the Buyers & Merchandise Consultant with floorsets, displays, and case moves
• Assist the Data analyst with special projects

• Proficient in Microsoft office, excel, and data entry
• Ability to understand basic retail math (key/markups, margin, gross profit)
• Understanding of inventory & purchasing dynamics
• Excellent critical thinking skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Effective collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize projects, meet deadlines, and receive instructions from supervisors

Depending on skills and experience, compensation for the Merchandising Assistant is $20-24 per hour plus benefits. Ramsey's offers health, dental, vision, life and short term disability insurance. We also offer a 401K plan with company match, FSA, paid vacation and a host of other perks and benefits. Ramsey's is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is a drug-free workplace.