Merchant Assistant Dt

Dollar Tree • Chesapeake, VA

76d

About The Position

The Merchant Assistant is an entry-level position into the Buying organization at Dollar Tree. Merchant Assistants are primarily responsible for assisting Buyers with administrative and clerical tasks, including data entry, related to specific merchandise departments of the company. This position provides assistance to Buyers in all areas relating to the efficient and profitable operation of assigned departments and categories. Merchant Assistants are responsible for creating new items, maintaining existing items, creating Domestic Non E3 and Import Canada purchase orders, and partnering with the Sales Promotion team in regards to the planner process. This position requires frequent communication with other members of the buying team as well as with internal departments, vendors, distribution centers, and stores.

Requirements

• High school or GED required
• Retail experience is preferred
• Proven track record in priority setting and managing multiple tasks
• Strong written and communication skills with excellent organizational skills
• High attention to detail
• Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office desktop applications and all Windows-based programs

Responsibilities

• Create new items and maintain existing items within the database by following quote sheet guidelines
• Create and maintain Domestic Non E3 and Import Canada purchase orders
• Run weekly reporting for the category team
• Assist the DCs in the flow of receiving goods by researching and resolving DC discrepancies i.e. Issue Traks
• Partner with the Sales Promotion team to ensure event display diagrams are filled out with the Buyers vision and ensuring the correct amount of samples are being ordered from the vendors
• Maintain proficiency in use of internal computer systems such as AS400 and Business Objects
• Process trip skus from rebuy trips
• Participate in art meetings and make the updates to the items within GPS
• Track purchase orders to ensure the vendor is shipping on time
• Work in the sample room on miscellaneous projects
• Assist the stores with support as needed
• Communicate with customers to resolve complaints, issues and special requests
• Perform a variety of administrative duties such as answering phones, opening mail, distributing reports, making spec books
• Other job-related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Health and wellness programs
• Perks and resources that help at every stage of life and career

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees