Merchandise Assistant

Merchandise Assistant - OFF 5TH / 12362

A Proud Tradition
From the moment we opened our doors on September 15, 1924, Saks Fifth Avenue has been more than a world renowned shopping emporium, more than an international fashion authority: it has been a cultural phenomenon. We are an icon of the New York City landscape that remains equally present in the hearts and minds of people all over the world. We love to help people look good and feel great! Our purpose reaches way back to the very essence of our brand: to set the standard for the most exceptional and fulfilling retail experience.

Ambassadors of Style
At Saks Fifth Avenue, a gentle manner, careful consideration of others and an ability to assess customers’ needs are an absolute necessity. Our Associates bridge the gap between strangers by approaching every customer as a potential friend. To be chosen to work at Saks is to be given an important responsibility: The fulfillment of our customers’ dreams. In an ever-evolving world, that is our unchanging promise.

What Sets Us Apart?
Our high-performance Associates' skill, enthusiasm and commitment to making people look good and feel great.

Position Description:

The Merchandise Assistant works with Buying Team to assist with clerical tasks and data entry related to specific merchandise departments of the company. The MA primarily assists the Buying Team by properly setting up new items on the database, accurately inputting price changes, creating purchase orders on line, and assisting with the development of weekly sales reports. The position requires frequent communication with other members of the buying team as well as with vendors, distribution centers, and stores.

Comprehends the basic merchandising process; displays and interest in the office; understands the importance of their responsibilities and the impact it has on the business.

Possesses a solid understanding of SFA systems. Inputs RTV's, Transfers, and Purchase Orders into the SFA mainframe system accurately and on a timely basis. Prints sales flash daily; efficiently creates and generates selling reports every week; independently provides vendors with accurate selling report every Monday.

• Completes assigned task thoroughly, accurately and on a timely basis. Pays attention to detail.
• Demonstrates the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks. Adapts easily to changes in workload and assignment.
• Exhibits proper phone etiquette; communicates in a professional and courteous manner.
• Effectively communicates with external sources; responsive to customer issues and store requests.
• Actively follows through with stores to ensure that RTV's and Transfers are processed in a timely manner.
• Works cooperatively with others. Displays a positive attitude and a willingness to assist co-workers at all levels. Adapts to and works effectively with a variety of situations, individuals or groups.
• Demonstrates initiative; anticipates needs of business/office and responds accordingly.
• Contributes to the success of the department.
• Eager to learn and assume additional responsibility. Enthusiastically develops new skills; seeks out new and efficient ways to perform tasks.

Qualifications:

University or college degree
Detail oriented
Good organizational and clerical skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
Strong computer skills - preferably MS Word and Excel
Sense of urgency flexibility ability to multi-task
Willingness to learn