What are the responsibilities and job description for the Merchandise Assistant - Junior position at The Fountain Group?
The Fountain Group is currently seeking a --Merchandise Assistant - Junior for a prominent client of ours. This position is located in --Framingham, MA. Details for the position are as follows:
Merchandise Assistant (Junior) - Framingham, MA (Hybrid)
Pay Rate: $23.00 - $24.50/hr
Duration: 9 Months
Location: Framingham
Schedule: Hybrid (Onsite Tue & Wed)
Hours: 36.25 hrs/week
Job Summary
We are seeking a Junior Merchandise Assistant to support Buyers and Merchandise leadership with purchase orders, vendor coordination, and administrative operations. This role is ideal for candidates with strong organizational skills and experience in retail/merchandising environments.
Key Responsibilities
Purchase Order Management
Merchandise Assistant (Junior) - Framingham, MA (Hybrid)
Pay Rate: $23.00 - $24.50/hr
Duration: 9 Months
Location: Framingham
Schedule: Hybrid (Onsite Tue & Wed)
Hours: 36.25 hrs/week
Job Summary
We are seeking a Junior Merchandise Assistant to support Buyers and Merchandise leadership with purchase orders, vendor coordination, and administrative operations. This role is ideal for candidates with strong organizational skills and experience in retail/merchandising environments.
Key Responsibilities
Purchase Order Management
- Create, edit, and manage domestic & import purchase orders
- Ensure accuracy of ASN/EDI data and PO tracking
- Follow up on late shipments, allocations, and vendor timelines
- Partner with Planning & Allocation teams to ensure timely PO processing
- Resolve discrepancies (over/under shipments, chargebacks, cost issues)
- Communicate daily with 50 vendors via email and phone
- Manage vendor inquiries, scheduling, and relationship coordination
- Maintain accurate vendor databases
- Support 2-4 Buyers and Merchandise leadership
- Coordinate travel arrangements and vendor visits
- Maintain spreadsheets (weekly spend tracking, reports)
- Organize reports, documentation, and filing systems
- Manage sample tracking, display setup, and sample room organization
- Assist with cross-functional team support and special projects
- Experience in retail, merchandising, buying, or supply chain support
- Strong knowledge of purchase orders, vendor coordination, and inventory processes
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail and follow-through
- Experience with EDI/ASN systems
- Exposure to Planning & Allocation functions
- Retail or corporate buying office experience
Salary : $23 - $25