merchandise assistant_

Framingham

merchandise assistant.

+ framingham , massachusetts

+ posted june 20, 2024

**job details**

summary

+ $22.99 - $23 per hour

+ temporary

+ bachelor degree

+ category management occupations

+ referenceAB_4557862

job details

Our client, a leading retail company, is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Merchandise Assistant. This role is essential in managing the purchase order process and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of order information. The ideal candidate will be proactive in expediting purchase orders, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring timely and accurate processing.

Position Overview: The Merchandise Assistant will be responsible for preparing and managing domestic and import purchase orders, collaborating with Planning & Allocation, and ensuring the accuracy of ASN/EDI information. This role requires strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills to effectively follow up on late purchase orders and negotiate vendor shipping extensions.

Key Responsibilities:

Purchase Orders:

+ Preparation and Entry: Prepare and write domestic and import purchase orders. Enter and review electronic POs via the Buyer Worksheet application.

+ Revision and Approval: Revise purchase orders daily, following the purchase order change process. Ensure all necessary signatures are obtained for a letter of credit PO.

+ Collaboration: Partner with Planning & Allocation to expedite PO entry and follow through to ensure electronic POs are addressed in a timely and accurate manner.

+ Accuracy and Integrity: Ensure accuracy and integrity of ASN/EDI PO information, including identifying ASN/EDI orders and contacting vendors for required information when needed.

+ Follow-Up: Pull late lists weekly and follow up on all late POs with vendors. Review ship dates and make necessary revisions. Receive authorization from Buyer to approve vendor shipping extensions and renegotiate costs as needed. Follow up with traffic/transportation departments as required.

+ Tracking: Track all POs generated through the buyer worksheet system to ensure the final PO has been received.

Why Apply Through Us? Join our client's dynamic team and contribute to a company that values meticulousness and efficiency. As an employment agency dedicated to connecting talented individuals with leading companies, we ensure a seamless application process and provide valuable insights into the organization's culture and expectations.

salary: $22.99 - $23 per hour

shift: First

work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM

education: Bachelors

Responsibilities

Prepares and writes domestic and import purchase orders. Enters and reviews electronic PO's via the Buyer Worksheet application. Revises purchase orders daily and follows the purchase order change process. Ensures all necessary signatures are obtained for a letter of credit PO.

• Partners with Planning & Allocation to expedite PO entry. Follows through with P&A to ensure electronic PO's are addressed in a timely and accurate manner.

• Ensures accuracy and integrity of ASN/EDI PO information including identifying ASN/EDI orders and contacting vendors for required information when needed.

• Pulls late lists weekly and follows up on all late PO's with vendors. Reviews ship dates and cancels or makes revisions as necessary. Receives authorization from Buyer to approve vendor shipping extensions and renegotiate costs as needed. Follows up with traffic/transportation departments as needed.

• Tracks all PO's generated through the buyer worksheet system to ensure final PO has been received.

Skills

+ Conflict Resolution

+ Oral Communication

+ Multi-tasking

+ purchase order (1 year of experience is required)

+ buyer (1 year of experience is required)

Qualifications

+ Years of experience: 2 years

+ Experience level: Experienced

Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.

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At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [email protected].

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Applications accepted on ongoing basis until filled.

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