Job Details

Merchant Assistant

The Merchant Assistant is an entry-level position into the Buying organization at Dollar Tree. Merchant Assistants are primarily responsible for assisting Buyers with administrative and clerical tasks, including data entry, related to specific merchandise departments of the company. This position provides assistance to Buyers in all areas relating to the efficient and profitable operation of assigned departments and categories. Merchant Assistants are responsible for creating new items, maintaining existing items, creating Domestic Non E3 and Import Canada purchase orders, and partnering with the Sales Promotion team in regards to the planner process. This position requires frequent communication with other members of the buying team as well as with internal departments, vendors, distribution centers, and stores.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

Create new items and maintain existing items within the database by following quote sheet guidelines

Create and maintain Domestic Non E3 and Import Canada purchase orders

Run weekly reporting for the category team

Assist the DCs in the flow of receiving goods by researching and resolving DC discrepancies i.e. Issue Traks

Partner with the Sales Promotion team to ensure event display diagrams are filled out with the Buyers vision and ensuring the correct amount of samples are being ordered from the vendors

Maintain proficiency in use of internal computer systems such as AS400 and Business Objects

Process trip skus from rebuy trips

Participate in art meetings and make the updates to the items within GPS

Track purchase orders to ensure the vendor is shipping on time

Work in the sample room on miscellaneous projects

Assist the stores with support as needed

Communicate with customers to resolve complaints, issues and special requests

Perform a variety of administrative duties such as answering phones, opening mail, distributing reports, making spec books

Other job-related duties as assigned

Position Requirements:

Office work environment, 40 work hours per week

Minimum Requirements:

Education: High school or GED required

Experience: Retail experience is preferred

Job Related Skills: Proven track record in priority setting, managing multiple tasks, strong written and communication skills with excellent organizational skills. Applicant must have high attention to detail, strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast paced environment.

Computer Skills: Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office desktop applications and all Windows-based programs

Full time500 Volvo Parkway,Chesapeake,Virginia 23320Merchant ServicesDollar Tree