Merchandising Assistant - East Coast

99 Ranch Market; Nixon (NJ); On-site; USD 26,174 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Saving Plan with 4% Company Match

Employee Discount

Paid Time Off

Job summary

99 Ranch Market is looking for a motivated Merchandising Assistant to join their team in Nixon, New Jersey. This full-time role involves optimizing product placement, managing inventory, and enhancing the shopping experience for customers.

Ideal candidates will have an Associate’s degree, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and bilingual skills in English and Mandarin. Benefits include medical coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Mandarin is preferred.
• Familiarity with seafood products, cultural preferences, and market trends is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly and professionally to incoming phone calls and emails.
• Assist in revising and managing purchase orders.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams regarding merchandising-related issues.
• Collaborate with the merchandising team to update product information and pricing.
• Perform general administrative tasks for the merchandising department.

Skills

Bilingual in English and Mandarin

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent organizational skills

Effective communication skills

Strong analytical abilities

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

99 Ranch Market is now hiring - Merchandising Assistant

99 Ranch Market is one of the largest Asian supermarket chains in the United States, with over 50 store locations in California, Nevada, Texas, Washington, Oregon, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Virginia, New York and more to come! We are passionate and honored to be shaping the Asian Supermarket culture within the grocery industry. As 99 Ranch Market expands, we have new positions open. We welcome new members to grow alongside with the family!

Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Merchandising Assistant to join our dynamic team at a large Asian grocery retail corporation. As a Merchandising Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the merchandising department in optimizing product placement, managing inventory, and ensuring an exceptional shopping experience for our customers. Your efforts will contribute to the overall success and growth of our business in the competitive grocery market.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly and professionally to incoming phone calls and emails from vendors, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Assist in revising and managing purchase orders, ensuring accuracy, and timely processing.
• Follow up on backorders, claims, and contracts to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to address any merchandising-related issues and provide necessary support.
• Collaborate with the merchandising team to update product information, pricing, and promotions on various platforms.
• Perform general administrative tasks to support the merchandising department's day-to-day operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• An Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• Bilingual in English and Mandarin is preferred.
• Familiarity with seafood products, cultural preferences, and market trends is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.
• Strong attention to detail skills with a keen eye for visual presentation and product placement.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced retail environment and work well under pressure.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Position Details

• Employment Type: Full Time
• Location: 561 US-1 Edison, NJ 08817

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Saving Plan with 4% Company Match
• Long-Term Services Award.
• Employee Discount.
• Paid Time Off

Compensation

The pay range for this job is between $19 and $22 per hour. This is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) the responsibilities of the job, your education, skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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Disclaimer

Tawa Group dba 99 Ranch Market, is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.