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Terrain: Merchandise Assistant
•30 days ago
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
|---|---|
| Location | Harrisburg, PA Harrisburg, Pennsylvania |
About this job
Founded in 2008, Terrain (www.ShopTerrain.com) transforms the local garden center into a celebration of nature. Inspired by the idea of merging house and garden to create an experience for the senses, our garden centers in Glen Mills, Pennsylvania and Westport, Connecticut cater to our customer with a curated assortment of plants for all seasons, as well as inspired items for the home and garden. Situated on luxurious indoor-outdoor environments, our on-site nurseries are each flanked by a cafe and garden terrace, providing the ideal environment to host events and workshops.
Title
Merchandise Assistant
Reports to
Assistant/Associate/Buyer
Overview
As a Merchandise Assistant (MA), you will support the daily operational functions within your designated buying area; support the buying team in managing the overall merchandise flow. You will also learn to develop key cross functional relationships with both the market and internal partners: distribution center, vendors/agents and e-commerce team. The MA is also responsible for partnering with the Assistant/Associate/Buyer on all necessary tasks.
Responsibilities
Samples
* Open all packages and distribute to the appropriate Assistant Buyer for review
* Organize all sample areas (our area, desk, shelves, etc.)
* Manage and set up samples for all meetings
* Organize and file all vendor catalogs.
* Work with Buyer/creative team to request appropriate number of samples for web turnover, catalog shoots, press previews, and other meetings
Mail/Email
* Check all mailboxes and distribute mail as needed
* Open all mail and distribute to the appropriate Buyer for review
* Answer all emails promptly and in an organized fashion
Visual Merchandising
* Take digital photos of all items
* Manage and maintain picture packs
* Complete powerpoints of product assortment inclusive of style info, margin and images for finalization meetings
Web Turnover
* Enter all product information for each item being bought for upcoming seasons into MTS system
* Once final samples are received, label all samples and pass them to the Product Coordinator on weekly basis
* Discuss item/photo details with web team in weekly discovery meetings
* Manage/create PI sheets to share item information with web team
Vendor Communication
* Set up new vendors as needed
* Answer various inquiries in a timely manner, especially shipping related
* Bubble up to assistant buyer and buyer any major issues/concerns
* Weekly, reach out to vendors to ensure that they are still on track for delivery of product according to the PO handover date
* Assist vendors in navigating issues with ordering/ticketing systems
Order Entry/ PO Maintenance
* Write purchase orders when requested by Buyer and denoted in assortment sheet. Become familiar with assortment sheet notation system
* Ensure accuracy of all new and replenishment orders, confirming duty rates, freight rates, costing and time-line of shipment
* Coordinate shipment of all orders foreign and domestic
* Complete all customs line reviews, once per month, or as needed
* Follow up with vendor to ensure they can meet the order requirements as necessary, and track daily in open order report
* React to vendor or buyer needs by altering purchase orders as needed, as well as updating style information inclusive of costing, retail price changes and sku changes
Assortment Sheet Maintenance
* Update the assortment sheet for all orders placed, as well as price changes, sku changes, etc
* Take ownership of the accuracy of receipts in each month, as well as the costing information
Ensure that all SKUs are appropriately and completely attributed
Calendar
* Review the Buyer's calendar weekly and prepare for upcoming meetings and deadlines
* Prepare presentation materials for upcoming meetings as needed
Market
* Visit local stores to inspect execution and get a sense of general wear/tear to home product.
* Read magazines and bring tear sheets / ideas to the table for new merchandise and trends
Qualifications
* Must exhibit strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work in a fast paced work environment.
* An understanding of the customer's wants and needs and the ability to identify the appropriate product/trend that will appeal to the customer and meet their expectations.
* Ability to prioritize projects and handle multiple tasks.
* Must demonstrate creative thinking.
* Must be proactive, independent and detail oriented
* 1-2 Years retail experience or internship.
* Love of gardening and plants preferred
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Horticulture, Business or related field preferred
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Travel
Minimal travel required.
Title
Merchandise Assistant
Reports to
Assistant/Associate/Buyer
Overview
As a Merchandise Assistant (MA), you will support the daily operational functions within your designated buying area; support the buying team in managing the overall merchandise flow. You will also learn to develop key cross functional relationships with both the market and internal partners: distribution center, vendors/agents and e-commerce team. The MA is also responsible for partnering with the Assistant/Associate/Buyer on all necessary tasks.
Responsibilities
Samples
* Open all packages and distribute to the appropriate Assistant Buyer for review
* Organize all sample areas (our area, desk, shelves, etc.)
* Manage and set up samples for all meetings
* Organize and file all vendor catalogs.
* Work with Buyer/creative team to request appropriate number of samples for web turnover, catalog shoots, press previews, and other meetings
Mail/Email
* Check all mailboxes and distribute mail as needed
* Open all mail and distribute to the appropriate Buyer for review
* Answer all emails promptly and in an organized fashion
Visual Merchandising
* Take digital photos of all items
* Manage and maintain picture packs
* Complete powerpoints of product assortment inclusive of style info, margin and images for finalization meetings
Web Turnover
* Enter all product information for each item being bought for upcoming seasons into MTS system
* Once final samples are received, label all samples and pass them to the Product Coordinator on weekly basis
* Discuss item/photo details with web team in weekly discovery meetings
* Manage/create PI sheets to share item information with web team
Vendor Communication
* Set up new vendors as needed
* Answer various inquiries in a timely manner, especially shipping related
* Bubble up to assistant buyer and buyer any major issues/concerns
* Weekly, reach out to vendors to ensure that they are still on track for delivery of product according to the PO handover date
* Assist vendors in navigating issues with ordering/ticketing systems
Order Entry/ PO Maintenance
* Write purchase orders when requested by Buyer and denoted in assortment sheet. Become familiar with assortment sheet notation system
* Ensure accuracy of all new and replenishment orders, confirming duty rates, freight rates, costing and time-line of shipment
* Coordinate shipment of all orders foreign and domestic
* Complete all customs line reviews, once per month, or as needed
* Follow up with vendor to ensure they can meet the order requirements as necessary, and track daily in open order report
* React to vendor or buyer needs by altering purchase orders as needed, as well as updating style information inclusive of costing, retail price changes and sku changes
Assortment Sheet Maintenance
* Update the assortment sheet for all orders placed, as well as price changes, sku changes, etc
* Take ownership of the accuracy of receipts in each month, as well as the costing information
Ensure that all SKUs are appropriately and completely attributed
Calendar
* Review the Buyer's calendar weekly and prepare for upcoming meetings and deadlines
* Prepare presentation materials for upcoming meetings as needed
Market
* Visit local stores to inspect execution and get a sense of general wear/tear to home product.
* Read magazines and bring tear sheets / ideas to the table for new merchandise and trends
Qualifications
* Must exhibit strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work in a fast paced work environment.
* An understanding of the customer's wants and needs and the ability to identify the appropriate product/trend that will appeal to the customer and meet their expectations.
* Ability to prioritize projects and handle multiple tasks.
* Must demonstrate creative thinking.
* Must be proactive, independent and detail oriented
* 1-2 Years retail experience or internship.
* Love of gardening and plants preferred
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Horticulture, Business or related field preferred
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Travel
Minimal travel required.
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