Fortune 100 Company looking for Merchandising Assistant!

Lihue HI

Description

"Lettuce" take you to the next level of your career! Want a career that is fast-paced and rewarding? Support the team that brings in the salad you buy at the grocery store, the fresh local watermelon you enjoy every summer, and the potatoes your favorite local eatery turns into crisp French fries! Location: Lihue Days of the Week: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday Shift Hours: 6:00am -2:30pm JOB SUMMARY This critical position will be supporting our clients on the island of Kauai. Under the direction of the Director of Retail, this position will be responsible for the execution of purchasing duties and maintaining high service levels to customers. Restocking produce at client site, display maintenance and maintaining inventory. Personally, managing and making purchasing decisions regarding all lines of business, working with buyers, finance, and operations in the coordination of all inbound orders. RESPONSIBILITIES Provide technical, customer relations, and personnel management for major programs and projects Assist with all types of purchasing orders including but not limited to, special and standing orders Coordinate all inbound appointments for receiving purposes Assist sales force with questions pertaining to produce and non-produce items Complete all the tasks as assigned by Director of Retail per the deadlines Handle all credits and returns promptly to minimize shrink Work with pricing department, vendors and corporate to ensure all PO’s (purchase order) priced correctly Participate in inventory activities including cycle counts Cover buyers as needed QUALIFICATIONS Education High school diploma or equivalent. Experience 1 year retail, purchasing, sales, marketing, customer service or any other related field of study are preferred Skills Strong communication skills and the ability to handle crisis situations effectively Proven ability to communicate effectively over the phone, good negotiating and interpersonal skills and ability to handle stress effectively Good math skills Must have good written and verbal communication skills and be able to effectively communicate with others. Strong ability with Excel and Word Decision Making Authority Communication of short or subbed items for customers Inform vendors of quality issues and discrepancies Approving invoices to be paid Must have initiative and be able to make critical decisions while working away from supervisor WHY JOIN US? Competitive Salary 401(k) with Company Match Medical (including Drug, Vision and Dental options) Employee Stock Purchase plan Vacation, Sick and Floating Holidays offered to Full-Time Associates Interested? Click 'Apply Now' to get started: