Petco · 10 hours ago
Merchandise Assistant
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$66K/yr - $99K/yrPetco is a category-defining health and wellness company focused on improving the lives of pets, pet parents and Petco partners. As a Merchandise Assistant, you will support the merchandise management team with administrative and operational tasks, contributing to inventory management and assortment planning while gaining valuable experience in retail merchandising.
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Responsibilities
Assist in maintaining accurate records of inventory, sales, and product information
Manage and organize merchandise-related documents, ensuring they are easily accessible
Coordinate scheduling and appointments for the merchandise team
Assist in vendor communication and coordination, including order placement and status updates
Collaborate with vendors to gather product details, pricing, and promotional information
Support vendor onboarding and documentation processes
Input and maintain product information, pricing, and availability in merchandise systems
Assist in gathering and organizing sales data, inventory reports, and customer feedback for analysis
Assist in creating assortment plans and product roadmaps based on guidance from senior team members
Collaborate with the buying team to ensure accurate and timely execution of assortment strategies
Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with inventory analysts to prevent stockouts and minimize overstock situations
Assist in clearance and markdown processes for slow-moving products
Collaborate with merchandise planners, buyers, and analysts to support cohesive merchandise strategies
Work closely with other departments such as marketing and e-commerce to ensure accurate product listings and promotions
Assist in generating routine and ad-hoc reports related to inventory, sales, and vendor performance
Compile data and contribute to presentations for merchandise team meetings
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is a plus
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to multitask and manage time effectively
Interest in retail merchandising and willingness to learn
Team-oriented attitude and willingness to collaborate with cross-functional teams
Benefits
Opportunity to gain exposure to the field of retail merchandising.
Potential for career growth within the merchandise management function.
Exposure to cross-functional collaboration and insights into various aspects of the retail industry.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Company
Petco
Where the Pets Go. Celebrating 60 years of helping pets live their best life!
Founded in 1965
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ron Coughlin
Chief Executive Officer
Larry Rutkowski
Executive Vice President / Chief Financial Officer
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