Universal Screen Arts, Inc. is a leading online retailer and mail-order catalog company committed to strengthening the connections between our customers and their loved ones by delivering “Comfort and Joy” through our products and experience. We deliver this by the joy of giving gifts to a loved one, the comfort of snuggling up with a great book or to watch an enjoyable video, or in the case of Support Plus the comfort of relieving pain or providing a solution. We are looking for a Merchandising... more details
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Full-time
Description
Universal Screen Arts, Inc. is a leading online retailer and mail-order catalog company committed to strengthening the connections between our customers and their loved ones by delivering “Comfort and Joy” through our products and experience. We deliver this by the joy of giving gifts to a loved one, the comfort of snuggling up with a great book or to watch an enjoyable video, or in the case of Support Plus the comfort of relieving pain or providing a solution. We are looking for a Merchandising Assistant to join our great team!
The Merchandising Assistant supports the merchants in the discovery, selection, and purchasing of merchandise for the catalog and website. Responsibilities include data entry and data management, inventory procurement and management, and communication between departments and with vendors.
Key Responsibilities
Support buying team confirming pricing, stock levels, reserves and delivery
Work with merchandising analytics and merchants to determine buy plan by category, price point and other key metrics
Place initial purchase orders as directed by merchants
Communicate directly with vendors regarding purchase order fulfillment and monitor delivery dates
Set up new vendors and new items in databases and update as needed
Maintain accurate database and line list
Upload line list to Team Base asset management system
Obtain & review samples
Work with vendors and creative services team to provide product images
Proof catalog, web site, and emails for accuracy and product availability
Communicate relevant information with cross-functional departments including creative services, marketing, e-commerce, inventory planning, warehouse, and accounting
Review sales, back order, and overstock reports. Make recommendations on product disposition, update pricing and inventory codes
Electronically mark books with sales results
Work with merchants, marketing and ecommerce to create compelling campaigns
Prepare seasonal reviews and post-mortem documents as requested
Monitor competitor catalogs and web sites and relay pertinent information to merchant
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Bachelors’ degree or equivalent experience preferred
Must be highly organized and able to prioritize multiple tasks
Most be accurate and detail oriented
Must possess a solid understanding of MS Excel and spread sheet maintenance
Strong telephone, email communication skills and interpersonal skills
Fair but strong negotiation skills
Exceptional grammar and spelling. Writing skills a plus
Genuine interest in direct merchandising, gifting industry, retail
Must work well as part of a team and willing to pitch in wherever needed
Must be comfortable with tight deadlines and shifting priorities
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