Merchandise Assistant
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Hamrick’s is a family-owned retail department store founded in 1945. Hamrick’s currently operates at 20 locations in 5 states.
Our core value of Great Brands and Incredible Prices is successful due to our Great Teams and Incredible People People just like you
We have a promote from within philosophy that fosters an environment of learning and growth where each employee can reach their highest potential. Hamrick’s is growing and our success provides advancement opportunities in our stores and our corporate office.
At Hamrick’s we value our culture of honesty, integrity, and respect for each other. We offer competitive wages, flexibility, and fair work expectations for our employees.
Merchandise Assistant
Job Summary: The Merchandise Assistant is responsible for the day to day administrative functions within the buying office and to provide support to the buying staff.
Requirements
Maintain appointment calendars (in buyer’s absence)
Answer telephone calls; take messages and return calls in buyer’s absence
Prepare store memos
Return samples to vendors/ companies
Enter purchase order information into computer system
Assign SKU# to all styles
Communicate with stores and vendors on defective merchandise to be returned
Print out weekly buying reports
Email information to stores and vendors
Distribute mail and reports
Special letters
Compile all weekly and monthly inventories
Set up forms
Approve transfers
Cooperate with management and other buying staff associates
Perform other duties as assigned by management
Qualifications: Computer skills (Word, Excel, AS400); experience with office equipment (calculator, etc.); good phone etiquette; high school education