Merchandising Specialist

Clark Associates, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Merchandising Specialist to assist the Merchandising Manager in optimizing sales through effective merchandising strategies at a retail location. Key duties involve product placement, organizational tasks, and collaboration with various departments to enhance inventory and sales strategies.

Responsibilities

• Optimize sales based on effective product placement throughout the branch location.
• Conduct ongoing analysis to challenge product allocation within the branch location.
• Support the development and training needs of the local team related to merchandising management.

Job description

Job Summary

The Merchandising Specialist with The Restaurant Store is responsible for assisting the Merchandising Manager with all aspects of merchandising for a retail branch location.The Merchandising Specialist will achieve a variety of operational goals through effective receiving, stocking, and inventory control strategies that align with the goals of our sales, purchasing, and merchandising teams.

Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Optimize sales based on effective product placement throughout the branch location
• Conduct ongoing analysis to plan and challenge product allocation within the branch location
• Ensure a high level of organization and neatness while completing daily merchandising tasks
• Support monthly front-of-store resets that highlight sales items in an effective manner
• Communicate effectively with the Inventory Department to merchandising space within the branch location
• Communicate effectively with the Sales Department to alert customers when new or requested items are available in-store
• Communicate with Branch / Assistant Branch Manager to support the safety and maintenance of the building and equipment
• Manage customer sales issues as needed
• Support the development and training needs of the local team related to merchandising management
• Support the growth and utilization of TRS.com across our customer base
• Maintain the overall cleanliness of the store