Analyst Merchandising

To assist the Senior Category Manager and Merchandise Manager in all facets of product sourcing, selection, and managing the vendor relationship.

• Learn and assist with negotiating the following with the vendor community:
• Marketing Support.
• Payment and Freight Terms.
• Assortment.
• Promotions.
• Other matters pertinent to the Orgill vendor relationship.
• Learn and assist with vendor line and assortment reviews per assigned department(s) using the Strategic Category Analysis (SCA) tools.
• Assist with selling buying event commitments and prepare order forms for Buying Events.
• Attends Dealer Markets / Buying events and assists with coordinated activity for assigned merchandise.
• Responds to questions and requests for information from dealers, sales representatives, and vendors.
• Other duties may be assigned.

• Advanced knowledge of and ability in using various software applications, particularly Microsoft Office products and the Google Platform.
• Polished negotiation techniques.
• Excellent analytical abilities with ability to review facts and weight options when solving problems and making decisions.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with good listening skills.
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently, proceed with objectives with little or no supervision, and to meet deadlines.
• Ability to deal with a variety of challenging situations under stress.
• Ability to organize materials, manage time, and prioritize tasks.

• Bachelor Degree required in a business-related area.
• Three to five years’ experience preferred in a same or similar field.
• Must be willing to travel to Company Dealer Markets as well as infrequent training opportunities where they present themselves – requirements may vary.
• Regular, on-site, in person attendance required.

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