Merchandising Representative The Job The Merch Rep build a foundational knowledge of and support Ace merchandising values, programs and best practices. Work closely with various stakeholders within the merchandising team to assist with vendor and item selection, negotiation, promotional planning and implementation of programs and initiatives to maximize both sales and profits within Ace and retailers. Be prepared to take on a new or advance role with Ace or one of its subsidiaries within one year. What youll do * Participate in a comprehensive training program to learn and develop the knowledge and skills necessary to implement critical assignments within the merchandising area. * Learn to execute and follow through on all tasks related to the implementation of key merchandising functions. Apply knowledge by assisting with key tasks such as item starts/maintenance, price maintenance, event planner, category reviews, promotional planning, show prep and other initiatives to assist merchants in growing retail sales within their respective categories. * Study retail marketplace and assist category management partner in building and maintaining category plan-o-grams. Utilize territory rep counterparts to enhance knowledge of regional and local product needs and develop sales skills to implement category at retail, driving measurable results. * Develop understanding of the function of inventory control and participate in impact merchant can effect on in effort to deliver product fill levels and Ace warehouse (RSC) inventory turnover to goal.

• Develop a working relationship with key cross-functional areas to gain acceptance, build credibility, and grow understanding and resource in other departments, the vendor community and Ace retailers. * Become proficient in and apply the use of Ace technology applications such as ACENET intranet site, Ace Data Warehouse, SAP and Product Content Management system. * Assist merchant and department merchandise manager with special projects and other administrative functions. * What you need to succeed * Bachelors degree (business marketing or management a plus) or 2-4 years of related work experience (retail, sales or marketing). Understanding of business fundamentals. * Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. * Ability to think critically and strategically. * Strong time management skills. * Strong PC skills to include Excel, Word and Outlook. Technology adaptive to embrace and become skilled at Aces technology platform. * Self-confident, self-motivated with good presentation skills. * Ability to work across teams and independently with some supervision. We want to hear from you! When most people think of career opportunities with Ace Hardware, they often think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. However, have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process the invoices for more than 75,000 products? Maybe you haven't, but we'd like you to. Because together we help our customers take care of their homes. Come find out why a career with the Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets. Equal Opportunity Employer Ace Hardware Corporation and its subsidiaries are committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military discharge, or any other action covered by federal or state laws.Merchandising Representative