Merchandising FT Salary Regular Full Time Edmonton, AB, CA
Join an exclusive group of multi-faceted buying professionals in the dynamic, fast paced electronics industry. The selected candidate will be second in command of our electronics portfolio and will have a passion for data-driven decision making and strong analytical skills. Reporting to the Director of Merchandising – Electronics Division, you will assist with product assortment development to maintain current style and trends, drive competitive positioning, and help ensure the overall profitability of the product category.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in the Development and Execution of Assortment Planning process – sourcing products, visiting trade shows, and negotiating with vendors.
- Learn all components of buying for a category.
- Assist with a regular regiment of market intelligence to ensure competitive product pricing and assortments.
- Implement Product Knowledge for the stores for every new item.
- Store visits – inspect what is expected regarding signage, display price tags, stack outs, product etc.
- Responsibility, with Category Buyer, for product transitions and management of clearance inventory.
- Acquire and implement all required data for new product creation on a timely basis for Store placement as well as the Digital Business.
- Implementation and review of all advertising promotional information in all media
- Product Store core plan implementation and maintenance.
- Financial and sales analysis and reporting for category.
- Development and implementation of chain wide Product Knowledge training information.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary education an asset
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
- Highly developed time management and organizational skills
- Ability to travel as required
- Focused and confident self-starter
- Ability to build professional working relationships with vendors and colleagues
- Ability to initiate, develop and deliver plans and programs successfully
- Developed analytical abilities
- Computer competence in excel spreadsheet and word programs
- Developed knowledge and competence in retail systems an asset
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Assistant Merchandising Manager in Edmonton employer: The Brick Group
As an Assistant Buyer, you will thrive in a vibrant work culture that values data-driven decision making and fosters professional growth. Our commitment to employee development is reflected in our comprehensive training programs and collaborative environment, ensuring you have the tools and support needed to excel in your role. Located in a dynamic market, we offer unique opportunities to engage with the latest trends and make impactful contributions to our product assortment.
