Job Description: The Assistant Merchant – Rodent/Insect Control, Soils & Mulch is responsible for all aspects of support for a product category, including but not limited to category review support, promotional planning, show prep, retailer communication, SKU on-boarding and maintenance and special projects as assigned. The position is designed as a support role, as well as development step in all aspects of the buying department to prepare a candidate for full category responsibility as an associate merchant in 2 – 3 years. Job Responsibilities: Assist with promotional item submission forms, target pricing, correction notices and AD proofing. Assist in planning merchant area theme and execution for respective categoryAssist with communication via ACENET to relay new programs, changes or issues Assist in selecting and inviting vendors to attend semi-annual convention Support in organizing and securing all vendor marketing assessments Lead prep of show materials including drop ship forms, as well as submission for Power Buys, Saving Showcase and New Arrivals Assist in solicitation of monthly promotional items from vendors Job Requirements: Ability to envision, create and present strategy to drive disruptive wholesale and/or retail growth in category sales and profit Retail experience preferred Proven ability to multi-task projects and meet deadlines Understand financial measures that impacts corporation Highly creative, flexible and adaptable with good follow-through Demonstrate strong decision making skills Strong verbal and written communication skills 2+ years of business experience Job Details: Company: Ace Hardware Vacancy Type: Full Time Job Location: Chicago, IL, US Application Deadline: N/A Apply Here vacanciesforyou.net
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