JOB DESCRIPTION:
General Merchandise Clerk will order and stock all merchandise for regular and ad sales, review and adjust vendor invoices, build promotional displays which may require lifting to 50 lbs., and monitor shelf and back-room inventory levels.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/SKILLS:
Maintain high housekeeping standards (facing, dusting, and cleaning shelves).
Maintain store sets to schematics.
Order product according to store specific Cycle Ordering System.
Maintain close inventory controls.
Plan and coordinate seasonal and theme promotions.
Maintain T.P.R. program.
Maintain orbit tags.
Reconcile invoices with products shipped. Call in shorts and mis-picks according to procedure.
Maintain sign programs (new items, T.P.R.’s, compare and save)
Coordinate video sell-through Shipper Display Program with Video Manager.
Comply with all safety guidelines and procedures.
Excellent Customer Service skills.
Review weekly ads two weeks in advance and order enough product to cover advertised items.
Ensure discontinued items are T.P.R. priced to expedite closeouts.
Communicate any problems, concerns, etc. to your Store Manager and/or G.M. Supervisor.
Perform a competitive price check of 100 top items with designated competitor on a quarterly basis.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described below are those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions for this job:
Work in a standing/ or sitting position for up to 8 hours a day.
Use hands, arms, and fingers to handle tools or operate power equipment.
Lift up to 10 pounds on a regular basis and up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis
Carry up to 10 pounds on a regular basis for 50 ft. and up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis for a distance of 10 feet.
Push up to 100 pounds for 50 feet.
Pull up to 50 pounds for 50 feet.
Stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl.
May be required to use ladders and/or stairs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
An employee may encounter certain work environment characteristics while performing the essential functions of this position. They may include but are not limited to:
Wet or humid conditions
Slippery surfaces
High noise level
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.