PURPOSE

The Merchandising Assistant position provides administrative and project support to our Corporate Regional Merchants, their fellow Merchandising Assistants as well as coordinates workflow with other departments. The position requires moderate to high business acumen, excellent interpersonal skills, organization, time management and a high proficiency in computer skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinates all administrative activities and support functions relating to office procedures, data entry, reporting analysis, project summaries and/or compliance functions.
• Will directly support a Regional Merchant(s) responsible for multiple markets.
• Perform data maintenance within the AS400 as well as external applications.
• Arrange meetings, schedule appointments and make travel reservations.
• Understands and observes all safety procedures & practices and ensures that employees observe them as well in order to prevent injuries or damage. Attends all required/recommended safety meetings and recommends changes to improve safety procedures.
• Willingness to take on additional duties and responsibilities as needed.

COMPETENCIES

• Prompt arrival and exceptional attendance
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
• Ability to organize, prioritize and efficiently manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Maintain a positive and respectful attitude
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency of the AS400 and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel & Outlook specifically)
• Exhibits a professional dress code, image and work ethic at all times

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and 3 - 5 years administrative or related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

The work environment and physical activity described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• May be required to occasionally lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects up to 25 pounds.
• Occasional travel by car may be required in this position.