Merchandising and Inventory Assistant

Key Responsibilities:

Showroom and Visual Merchandising Support

• Capture product photographs and enter dimensional data (DIMS) for planogramming purposes.
• Assist in planning and executing showroom sets across branches.
• Support the review and optimization of showroom item performance (rate of sale).
• Maintain and verify showroom planograms and core merchandising standards across branches.
• Help develop and implement set sell calendars and new planogram rollouts.
• Assist in maintaining branch floor plans, fixture placement, and “as-built” documentation.
• Assist in the design, specification, and documentation of special fixtures created by our internal team.

Inventory & Assortment Management

• Support the management of store assortment plans related to showroom merchandise.
• Monitor and respond to fast-moving (“Hot Items”) and slow-selling items with actionable recommendations (e.g., transfers, markdowns, or liquidation).
• Collaborate on the planning of featured and focal product items in branches, ensuring proper signage and timely setup.

Sample & Fixture Coordination

• Secure and manage product samples, fixturing samples (e.g., slatwall, impulse fixtures), and display boards.
• Maintain feature wall standards and vendor display compliance across all showrooms.

Digital & Communication Support

• Maintain a digital set sell resource (including fixture and signage standards) accessible by branches.
• Participate in digital programs and tools related to showroom experience in collaboration with the marketing team.
• Maintain the Teams/SharePoint site as a central hub for all showroom resources and communication.
• Respond to requests and communications in the Teams showroom channel in a timely and professional manner.

Branch Support & Coordination

• Conduct virtual walkthroughs and showroom verifications with branches monthly.
• Maintain a list of designated showroom assistants in each branch and support their role in maintaining showroom standards.
• Assist in maintaining vendor relationships related to showroom partnerships and in-store displays.

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• High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education in merchandising, retail management, or related field preferred.
• 2 years of experience in merchandising, retail operations, or inventory support.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, SharePoint, and Teams.
• Experience with planogramming software or digital merchandising tools is a plus.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to travel occasionally to branch locations.
• Ability to pass a drug test