Job Description

 STRENGTH LIES IN OUR DIFFERENCES. TOGETHER THE POSSIBILITIES ARE ENDLESS.

THE POSITION

The Product & Operations Analyst serves as a key resource in the Merchandising department focusing on analyzing the success of products in online and catalog sales, and assisting in planning the number and type of products to include in the next offer. The Product & Operations Analyst will also serve as the key liaison for drop ship vendors (vendors who ship products directly to customers) working on vendor agreements and communications, liquidations, and product management.

A SAMPLING OF WHAT YOU’LL DO 

• Support the multi-channel analytical and planning efforts in Merchandising.
• Leverage analytics to develop in-depth insights that translate into actionable recommendations.
• Create one-time and monthly reports by product and category that illustrate the economics of product performance and present data in a consumable format for your business partners.
• Conduct post-season review of products to identify growth opportunities and present findings.
• Serve as the key liaison for drop ship vendors regarding contracts including vendor agreements, vendor compliance materials, and systems training during new vendor set-up.
• Collaborate with all departments to facilitate and help resolve vendor and product issues relating to drop ship items.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 1 - 3 years in a multi-channel retail environment
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to effectively communicate throughout all levels of the organization
• Capacity to develop and cultivate effective partnerships both internally and externally
• Exceptional analytical and time management skills especially in the areas of prioritization and planning
• Attention to detail in navigating complex problems and the ability to determine next steps
• Ability to successfully operate in areas of uncertainty and ambiguity
• Demonstrated ability to learn and utilize all business systems

WHO WE ARE

     A family-owned company that continues to grow and thrive, The Vermont Country Store is a multi-channel business that has been operating in the Green Mountains of southern Vermont for the past 75 years. We are a growing business with deep, well-established roots offering a unique work environment in a rural setting. As the purveyors of the practical and the hard to find, we stand behind all our products with a 100% guarantee.

WHERE WE ARE 

     Candidates who are residents of Vermont are eligible for a HYBRID REMOTE WORK agreement to work some days from home, however there WILL BE TIME REQUIRED WEEKLY ONSITE in Manchester Center, VT, so all candidates are expected to be within a drivable distance to our main offices.

WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT THE VERMONT COUNTRY STORE

• Onsite wellness center including free wellness visits and programs
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered to full time employees, including $500+ employer HSA/HRA contribution
• 401K retirement program with a 3% guaranteed contribution, employer matching and potential profit sharing
• Contributions to the cost of childcare
• Company paid life insurance & short and long-term disability coverage
• Voluntary benefits including additional life insurance, VOYA insurance (accident, hospital, and critical illness)
• Numerous philanthropic programs including paid volunteer hours and matching charitable contributions
• Potential for quarterly bonus
• Onsite fitness facilities at most locations
• Generous employee discounts at our retail stores, Yankee Surplus, and online
• And many more!

WE LIKE TO SAY THAT THE STRENGTH OF THE VERMONT COUNTRY STORE IS IN ITS PEOPLE, SO COME JOIN US!

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.  

The Vermont Country Store provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.