SENIOR MERCHANDISE SPECIALIST

MICRO CENTER is the nations leading computer and electronic device big box retailer! Our technology superstore has an industry-leading 40,000+ selection of premier computer products and the most knowledgeable staff in the business. Passion, Energy & Commitment describe life at Micro Center. We are passionate about customer service and developing long-term customer relationships. We are looking for those who are committed to these same values.

We are seeking a Senior Merchandise Specialist to support our computer integration business. Working with the Allocator, the Senior Merchandise Specialist is directly accountable for performing all inventory management responsibilities and functions in the allocation department for all active and recently discontinued products. The position requires the associate to interface well with all departments to support company initiatives.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Ensure the right product and right quantity are at the right store at the right time
• Be familiar with weeks of supply goal for assigned categories to maintain budgeted inventory as well as sales trends and seasonality
• Help maintain store in-stocks at company goal to maximize sales
• Generate purchase orders and revisions as required
• Correspond with vendors through email, phone, conference calls, and vendor meetings to include PO confirmations, PO changes / cancellations and tracking
• Provide constant feedback to Allocator on stock opportunities and obstacles
• Manage secondary forecast system (e.g. D Deck) and work with Allocator to support Primary (A deck) forecasting
• Advertising responsibilities will include ordering products to support ad, replenishment, by-store breakdown, getting the product to the stores on time, keying and proofing pricing
• Responsible for administration functions that include vendor set-ups, purchase order management, markdowns, keying all pricing actions, price protection with backup documentation, managing the markdown eligibility process, deck realignment, liaison for DC, finance, and vendors to resolve discrepancies, and help the stores as needed
• Will support the cost savings initiative by second sourcing through distribution, Amazon, and the internet
• New store responsibilities will include ordering, pullbacks to send to the new store, discrepancies, and any additional support needed

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE :

MICRO CENTER OFFERS EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS :

OUR GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES :

At Micro Center, we empower our employees to set their sights high and blaze their own trails. This is a place where your future success and growth are truly a result of your own efforts and achievements. Our teams are made up of motivated individuals who work hard to advance their careers. Join our team and see how hard work, loyalty, competitive spirit and unwavering commitment to the customer can take you and your career to new places.

Micro Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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