What are the responsibilities and job description for the Merchandise Coordinator Assistant position at Sutherlands?
A Merchandise Coordinator Assistant position is currently open at Sutherlands. The Merchandise Coordinator Assistant will primarily work from and have office space at our Hot Springs, AR location.
About Us:
The Sutherland Lumber Company® is a privately-owned, family run organization founded over 100 years ago by Robert R. Sutherland. Sutherlands® is one of the largest privately-owned home improvement center chains in the United States. As one of America’s first building supply stores, Sutherland Lumber Company® pioneered the “cash-and-carry” building material business and helped shape the industry we all know today. Sutherlands, helping you build it better® since 1917.
Objectives:
To be an integral part of our team by working with the owners, district managers, merchandise coordinator, buying team, store managers and vendors to ensure the successful day-to-day operation of the stores. The Merchandise Coordinator Assistant is responsible for assisting the merchandise coordinator in managing the merchandise at multiple locations to ensure success in driving sales, optimizing inventory and generating profit.
Primary Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Assist with the coordination of merchandise for multiple locations
- Assist with the monitoring of merchandise resets with vendors and stores
- Review current home improvement and retail trends to ensure stores have new and innovative products
- Assist with setup and maintenance of merchandise SKU listings
- Maintain merchandise pricing costs and retail to ensure each store’s competitiveness
- Build and maintain ad files for each store
- Communicate plans as needed with owners, district managers, merchandise coordinator, buying team, store managers and vendors
Qualifications:
- Requires knowledge obtained through a BA/BS degree
- Requires strong analytical skills as well as strong proficiency working with numbers and product data
- Requires tremendous attention to detail and proven accuracy
- Requires excellent communication skills, both written and verbal coupled with strong organizational skills
- Requires proficient PC skills with a focus on Microsoft Excel
- Must be willing to travel to stores and trade shows as needed
- Must enjoy working in a fast-paced environment
- Must be a motivated self-starter and be able to function in a team environment
Salary:
We offer competitive pay, based on your level of experience.
Additional Information:
The responsibilities and qualifications displayed here are subject to change. This is not an official job description. Sutherlands® strives to be a Drug-Free work environment. All employees are subject to initial and random drug screening. We are an equal opportunity employer and offer the opportunity for a challenging and rewarding career.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Merchandising: 1 year (Preferred)
- Retail sales: 1 year (Preferred)
- home improvement: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16
