Merchant Assistant – Dollar Tree
General Summary:
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 regard 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.
Principal Duties & 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 number 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
Assists 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
Position Requirements:
Office work environment, 40 work hours per week
Minimum Requirements:
Education: High school or GED required
Experience: Retail experience is preferred
Job Related Skills: Proven track record in priority setting, managing multiple tasks, strong written and communication skills with excellent organizational skills. Applicant must have high attention to detail, strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast paced environment.
Computer Skills: Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office desktop applications and all Windows-based programs