Merchandising Coordinator

Reis-Nichols Jewelers • Indianapolis, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Reis-Nichols has an opening for a Merchandising Coordinator to support the organization by processing inventory, placing special orders, taking physical inventory, tagging inventory, typing appraisals, etc. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to concentrate on the task at hand, perform accurately, and meet productivity goals of the department. Various activities and tasks are performed in this department, and daily responsibilities may shift from time to time as requested by the Director of Merchandising. The ability to work with other members of the department as a functioning team is critical. Because of the high volume of expensive merchandise flowing through this department, the Merchandising Coordinator must always demonstrate a high degree of honesty and trustworthiness.

About the Job:
Special Order Diamonds/Gemstones: Assists Gem Lab Manager and Sales Associates in fulfilling customer inventory requests. Works with the Sales team to do what is necessary to get the sale while protecting RN interests & margins.
Receive and Process Inventory: Quality check merchandise received against purchase orders. Process inventory receipts, and print and attach the necessary inventory tags. Receive trade-in items and returns, check quality to make sure the merchandise is up to company standards, establish pricing from appropriate personnel, and prepare items for sale on the showroom floor.
Consigned Inventory: Maintain documents for consigned inventory, report sales and request invoices, follow up, reconcile and communicate with vendors. Return consigned items as needed.
Purchase orders: Enter purchase orders into system, monitor order status and report delays to the Director of Merchandising. Place orders at the direction of the Buyers or Director of Merchandising.
Special orders: Place, enter, monitor, update, and price special orders in a timely manner. Receive, process and prepare special orders for Guest Services to process. Notify Director of Merchandising when discrepancies occur.
Vendor Communication: Request quotes from vendors and monitor vendor pricing to identify discrepancies. Correspond with vendors on overdue purchase orders. Work with vendors on repairs and returns.
Physical Inventory Counts: Prepare for, perform, and reconcile physical inventory counts according to the corporate schedule and in an accurate and timely manner.
Appraisals: Prepare appraisals accurately and on a timely basis for signature by a company gemologist. Research any that need updating.
Backup: Serve as a backup and additional support for other Merchandising personnel. While the above functions may be divided and assigned to various individuals, all employees in the Merchandising department may be called upon to perform any or all of these activities at any given time.
Misc.: Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Nice To Haves

• Some college experience or college degree preferred
• Some jewelry industry knowledge preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist Gem Lab Manager and Sales Associates in fulfilling customer inventory requests.
• Work with the Sales team to get the sale while protecting RN interests & margins.
• Quality check merchandise received against purchase orders.
• Process inventory receipts, and print and attach necessary inventory tags.
• Receive trade-in items and returns, check quality to company standards, establish pricing, and prepare items for sale.
• Maintain documents for consigned inventory, report sales, request invoices, follow up, reconcile, and communicate with vendors.
• Return consigned items as needed.
• Enter purchase orders into the system, monitor order status, and report delays.
• Place orders at the direction of the Buyers or Director of Merchandising.
• Place, enter, monitor, update, and price special orders in a timely manner.
• Receive, process, and prepare special orders for Guest Services.
• Notify Director of Merchandising when discrepancies occur.
• Request quotes from vendors and monitor vendor pricing.
• Correspond with vendors on overdue purchase orders.
• Work with vendors on repairs and returns.
• Prepare for, perform, and reconcile physical inventory counts.
• Prepare appraisals accurately and on a timely basis for signature by a company gemologist.
• Research appraisals that need updating.
• Serve as a backup and additional support for other Merchandising personnel.
• Perform any or all assigned activities as needed.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Disability Insurance
• Health Saving Account w/wellness incentive
• Paid time off and holidays
• Merchandise discounts
• Life insurance
• All industry knowledge and product training provided, including continuing education
• Career development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED