Cost.U.Less ยท 1 day ago
Category Assistant - General Merchandise Retail
Boca Raton, FL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelCost.U.Less is a leading retailer serving under-served rural communities and urban neighborhood markets. As a Category Assistant, you will support the Category Manager in managing category tasks, compiling data, and ensuring effective communication with stores and vendors.
Business Information Systems
Responsibilities
Coordinates the data and information required for item and verifies list is accurate
Coordinates Category calendar and vendor meetings
Validates vendor submissions and submits to the Data Management team for processing
Responds to questions from the Data Management teams to ensure complete and accurate item setup
Sends communications to stores about item updates
Submits necessary category updates for communication
Responds to Store Connect tickets assigned to the Category Team, ensuring the resolution of store issues, and escalating when necessary to ensure a satisfactory conclusion for all tickets
Compiles data and draft reports and presentations for Category Manger approval
Supports the Category Manger in the monitoring of promotional planning and planogram reviews
Performs the administration related to Category promotional activities
Conducts analyses as requested by the Category Manager for weekly, monthly, and quarterly variance reports
Reviews and monitors reporting as required and takes necessary actions or escalates as needed
Qualification
Required
Previous experience working in an office support and/or in an administrative assistant role is required
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with a focus on: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Must have demonstrated good written and verbal communication skills
Good analytical and problem solving skills are required
Must be detail conscious and demonstrate a high level of accuracy
Preferred
Post-secondary education in business or related field or a College diploma is an asset
Benefits
Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunities to learn, develop and advance throughout the organization
Company
Cost.U.Less
Buy Bulk & Save.
Founded in 1989
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2008-01-06Acquired
1998-07-23IPO
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