Vendor Merchandising Program Specialist - Walnut Creek

Job Title

Vendor Merchandising Program Specialist

As a Vendor Merchandising Program Specialist you will be collaborating with the Buyer to drive all facets of product assortment, financial planning, and partnership of the vendor you are assigned with strong collaboration with their integrated cross-functional team.

• Work alongside a team of talented professionals who are passionate about their work and strive for excellence every day.
• Lead and drive impactful projects that directly contribute to the success and growth of Rural
• Collaborate with Buyers, Inventory Planners, and Sourcing to support driving sales, managing inventory, and achieving the financial goals of the department.
• Maintain vendor and product information (style, SKU, pricing UPC, ) in internal measurement unit (IMU).
• Set up vendor, items, and initial orders for seasonal and/or basic
• Monitor Purchase Orders (PO's) for on-time shipping and fulfillment percentage and follow up with vendor as
• Maintain order files and execute PO
• Relationships
  • Develop strong vendor
  • Responsible for program management of co-op, vendor allowances, and promotional
  • Oversee and manage communication with Stores and Distribution
  • Partner with Logistics and DC for most efficient flow of product to
  • Visit RK Stores to establish open communication and understanding store
• Planning/Analysis
  • Place, track and insure complete and on-time delivery of all new store
  • Maintain detailed current knowledge of sales, inventory, and profit trends for your
  • Generate and leverage reports for effective decision
  • Optimize "in stock" on basic
  • Identify poor performing items and categories and reduce inventory and
  • Partner with an Inventory planner to determine sales, inventory and turn goals including preseason flow plans and projections.
• Advertising and Promotion
  • Develop and submits advertising and promotional plans that deliver increases in sales and store traffic
  • Ensure accuracy of print advertising and product in stock to 5%
  • Collaborate with the E-Commerce Buyer to identify assortment, placement, promotions, and marketing strategies
• Store Planning
  • Provide timely direction on new SKU's and new programs to Store Planning to develop and maintain accurate planograms

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Essential Qualities for Success

• At least 1-3 years of retail experience or equivalent combination of experience and
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn ERP and other
• Comfortable navigating computer systems and software to assist customers or manage
• Excellent verbal and written interpersonal and communication
• Excellent customer service
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain a high level of attention to
• Strong communication and persuasive skills to negotiate and influence stakeholders at various levels in the
• Strong understanding of retail business
• Ability to effectively resolve conflicts and address challenges that may arise in
• Ability to prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance, adapting schedules, and plans as
• Adaptable in response to changing priorities, unexpected challenges, and evolving business

• Ability to maintain a seated or standing position for extended
• Capability to lift 15 pounds
• Ability to navigate and access all
• Skill to effectively communicate verbally with others, both in-person and via electronic
• Close vision for computer-related

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

The pay range for this position is $58,000 - $72,740 annualized and is bonus eligible. Exact compensation is determined by factors such as relevant geographic location, education, certifications, experience, job level, shift, and organizational needs.