Coordinator, Category-General Merchandise

Pilot Company•Knoxville, TN

About The Position

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.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent certification required
Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
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
This position requires candidates to be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree with a concentration in retail, or business preferred
Minimum one year retail store or merchandising experience preferred

Responsibilities

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