Job Description

The purpose of this job is to provide day-to-day Category support by assisting with the execution of monthly promotional plans and ongoing product tracking for merchandising projects.

Essential Functions

• Support the Category management team with rollouts, test initiatives, and signage development processes
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure execution of marketing and merchandising projects
• Work with vendors to execute marketing plans through distribution channels and into the stores
• Execute detailed project plans with category management team and create instruction guides for in-store set up
• Track delivery of products and programs to stores and through supply chain
• Provide telephone and email support to troubleshoot store level questions and issues related to the category
• Setup promotion plans and shelf signage for in-store execution
• Model behaviors that support the company’s common purpose; ensure guests and team members are supported at the highest level
• Ensure all activities are in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Complete other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required
• Associate or bachelor's degree with a concentration in retail, or business preferred
• Minimum one year retail store or merchandising experience preferred
• This position requires candidates to be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship

Specialized Knowledge

• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills

Competencies

• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines with attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and with a diverse work team
• Ability to apply critical thinking and situational analysis skills to troubleshoot and resolve issues
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize based upon immediate or long-term needs of the category
• Excellent written and verbal communication and listening skills

Travel

• Travel required less than 5%

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• General office work requiring sitting or standing for long periods of time

Additional Information

Benefits

• Nation-wide Medical Plan/Dental/Vision
• 401(k) and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Fuel Discount
• Adoption Assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Onsite Gym and Cafeteria
• Weekly Pay

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines