INTERNATIONAL MERCHANDISING SPECIALIST

Micro Center; Hilliard (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive training and career成长

Job summary

Micro Center seeks an energetic International Merchandising Specialist to manage purchase orders from creation to receipt and oversee international logistics, sourcing, and inventory control. You will drive cross-functional collaboration with IPSG Operations and Merchandising to optimize supply chain performance.

The role emphasizes compliance, vendor relations, and data-driven decision making, with opportunities to support new store openings and complex international shipments.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of logistics, purchasing, or import coordination; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Knowledge of logistics, international trade, purchasing & allocation, inventory management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and project management skills.
• Team player with good interpersonal skills and proactive mindset.
• Mandarin Chinese and English-speaking candidates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders, replenishment, shipment tracking, and store allocations.
• Coordinate with vendors, freight forwarders, 3PLs, and distribution centers.
• Monitor inventory levels, weeks of supply, sales trends, and seasonality.
• Identify inventory risks and opportunities and propose solutions.
• Develop relationships with vendors, logistics partners, customs brokers, and government agencies.
• Collaborate with Merchandising, Finance, Accounting, Distribution Centers, and Stores.
• Manage vendor setup, pricing updates, markdowns, price protection, deck realignment, and related documentation.
• Support new store openings, initial inventory allocations, pullbacks, and discrepancy resolution.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. Customs regulations and related requirements.
• Review import documentation, support audits, and process vendor payments and international wire transfers.
• Prepare and analyze operational reports using Excel, PowerPoint, and other systems.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, inventory accuracy, and supply chain performance.

Skills

Logistics

Supply chain

International trade

Purchasing

Allocation

Inventory management

Excel

Communication

Project management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Leap Road
Leap Road
Hilliard, OH 43026, USA

Description

We are seeking an energetic, detail oriented, team player for the INTERNATIONAL MERCHANDISING SPECIALIST role in our International Product & Sourcing Group (IPSG) Operations. This position will be responsible for managing the purchase order process from creation to receipt along with managing international logistics and supply chain, payments, customs file audits of all international import orders, as well as all inventory management functions within the allocation department, covering both active and recently discontinued products. This role requires strong cross-functional collaboration to support company initiatives.

Under the Micro Electronics, Inc. parent company are MICRO CENTER, the nation’s leading computer and electronics big box retailer, and International Products Sourcing Group (IPSG), offering a wide variety of private label computer products such as Powerspec PC and Inland accessories at significant savings over comparable name brand items.

At Micro Electronics, Passion, Energy, and Commitment aren’t just words—they’re how we work, grow, and win together. We take pride in creating long-term customer relationships and cultivating a workplace where associates are supported, empowered, and valued. Our teams play a hands-on role in bringing complex and cutting-edge solutions to life for our customers, making technology approachable and impactful every day.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Manage purchase orders, replenishment, shipment tracking, and store allocations to ensure the right products reach the right stores on time.
• Coordinate with vendors, freight forwarders, 3PLs, and distribution centers to ensure timely delivery and resolve supply chain issues.
• Monitor inventory levels, weeks of supply (WOS), sales trends, and seasonality to support inventory targets and maximize in-stock performance.
• Identify inventory risks and opportunities, proactively communicate issues, and recommend solutions.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors, logistics partners, customs brokers, and relevant government agencies.
• Collaborate with Merchandising, Finance, Accounting, Distribution Centers, and Stores to ensure smooth operations and timely issue resolution.
• Manage vendor setup, pricing updates, markdowns, price protection, deck realignment, and related documentation.
• Support new store openings, initial inventory allocations, pullbacks, and discrepancy resolution.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. Customs regulations, including HTS classification, customs valuation, recordkeeping, and other government agency requirements.
• Review import documentation, support audits, and process vendor payments and international wire transfers.
• Prepare and analyze operational reports using Excel, PowerPoint, and other systems.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, inventory accuracy, and supply chain performance.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• 1-3 years of working experience as a Logistics Specialist, Purchasing Specialist, Import Coordinator or similar role and Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Knowledge of logistics & supply chain, international trade, purchasing & allocation, inventory management and general accounting practices.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, required intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and project management skills.
• Proven track record of meeting deadlines under limited supervision.
• A team player with good interpersonal skills and working ethics.
• Forward-thinking and result-driven with a positive, proactive mindset.
• Mandarin Chinese and English-speaking candidates encouraged to apply.

Related working experience strongly preferred:

• Purchasing & Allocation in retail industry
• Data Analysis (Advanced Excel skills) & Programming (VBA, Python, R, etc.)

Benefits That Support Your Growth and Well-Being

At Micro Center, we're committed to taking care of our associates so they can thrive - both at work and in life. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Competitive Employee Discount, including our Friends & Family Discount Program
• Tuition Reimbursement and Education Savings Opportunities to support continuous learning
• Paid Time Off for regular associates to rest, recharge, and take care of what matters most
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match to help you plan for the future
• Industry-Leading Vendor and Company Training to build your skills and product expertise
• Clear Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities across the organization

Why Micro Center

Our core promise is to take care of our associates and our customers. That commitment has guided our culture, our growth, and our success for more than four decades—and it’s what makes Micro Center a truly exceptional place to build your career.

Micro Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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