What are the responsibilities and job description for the Merchandise Coordinator position at Workonomics?
Workonomics has an immediate opening for a highly talented and capable Merchandise Coordinator. This is a direct-hire role at a well-established company located in Pine Brook, NJ. The ideal Merchandise Coordinator must be able to multi-task, have strong communication skills and be detailed oriented. In this role, you will be monitoring stock levels in the store, retrieving merchandise from the storage area as needed, and setting up eye-catching product displays.
To ensure success, merchandise coordinators should exhibit sound knowledge of consumer behavior and demonstrable experience in a similar role. An outstanding merchandise coordinator will be someone whose understanding of merchandising strategies translates into increased sales.
Merchandise Coordinator Responsibilities:
- Monitoring the availability of stock on the store floor.
- Assisting with merchandise handling, packing, and pricing.
- Design and set up enticing product and promotion displays.
- Monitor stock supply inventories and predict customer demand.
- Track sales records and arrange stock replenishments.
- Maintain stock records and keep stock orders within budget.
- Supervise purchasing activities, as well as product returns and exchanges.
- Liaising with suppliers on product pricing, promotions, special orders, buy-backs, and damages.
- Report to senior managers and answer customer queries.
Merchandise Coordinator Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in retail management or a similar field preferred (High school diploma with 7 years of related work experience can suffice).
- A minimum of two years of experience in a similar role in a related retail environment.
- Proficiency in office and retail management software, such as MS Word, Excel, and Retail Pro.
- Extensive knowledge of retail strategies and consumer behavior.
- Experience in keeping stock records and managing merchandise budgets.
- Ability to facilitate merchandise movement, packing, pricing, and replenishment.
- Exceptional ability to design creative and appealing product displays.
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.