Associate Merchandise Manager - Grills, Coolers, Outdoor

Do it Best•Fort Wayne, IN

About The Position

The Associate Merchandise Manager will work directly with vendors and members alongside the Merchandise Managers to choose products and analyze pricing and buying strategies. They will use analytical skills and a team-oriented attitude to work through negotiation efforts, promotional offers, and answering vendor or member questions. The position requires great organization, communication, and a personable individual that can cultivate quality career advancement. If you have any prior experience working in any of the following positions, we strongly encourage you to apply: Merchandise Assistant, Sourcing Associate, Pricing Analyst, Sales Associate, Category Management, Retail Merchandising, Assistant Manager, Buyer, Product Manager

Requirements

Four-year degree in Marketing, Sales, or Business-related field or equivalent retail, sales, or wholesale/distribution experience
Must be computer proficient, especially Excel and Google Suite (Sheets, Docs, Gmail)

Responsibilities

Assist with administration and development of appropriate product mix for members, which includes helping with proper product selection, evaluations, and reviews
Balance the maintenance of member and retail pricing, and updating product information
Respond to retail member questions and explain product choices/changes
Implement changes made to stocking items and new products
Aid in the execution of the biannual Market convention preparation process and negotiation of Market specials
Implement the development, negotiation, and submittals of promotional offers
Manage and monitor inventory of the Department to meet both acceptable turns and service level