Microcenter Job Application – Senior Retail Category Specialist

Website Micro Center

Job Description:

Our corporate Merchandising department is in search of a Senior Retail Category Specialist to support Merchandise Managers in the management & execution of daily merchandising tasks. The primary function is to provide administrative and operational support to the Merchandise Managers. This position ensures that category initiatives are executed cross functions and vendors according to established processes. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with excellent communication skills and have the ability to multi-task & prioritize tasks in a fast-paced dynamic environment.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for new item setups & item maintenance including acquiring content and images from vendors.
  • Develop a level of comfort and confidence with vendors and vendor relations. Assist the Merchandise Manager in day-to-day communications with vendor account managers.
  • Other duties and tasks as assigned.
  • Establish habits of analysis that assists the Merchandise Managers in forecasting, budgeting, managing assortments, conducting line reviews, score-carding vendors, setting price points consistent with established pricing strategies.
  • Assist with product advertising and promotion (art and copy support, proofing of ads).
  • Learn about responsible area’s category assortment including knowledge of products, vendor base and industry innovation.
  • Perform analysis & reporting (recurring & ad-hoc).
  • Track & secure vendor funding.
  • Work cross-functionally with advertising, digital marketing, visual merchandising, inventory control and finance to execute key category initiatives.

Job Requirements:

  • Interest in computer products and services found in our store a plus
  • Self-starter
  • Organized & Detail-oriented
  • Proven ability to multitask and maintain organization
  • Experience in purchasing or buying and/or retail sales experience a plus
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Experience with Micro Strategy & FileMaker preferred
  • Strong aptitude to work within deadlines, both independently and as a part of a team
  • Deep understanding of Microsoft Office with emphasis on Outlook & Excel
  • High School diploma or equivalent, Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Strong analytical skills and business savvy

Job Details:

Company: Micro Center

Vacancy Type:  Full Time

Job Location: Cincinnati, OH, US

Application Deadline: N/A

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