Merchandising Specialist - Canada

Job summary

The Merchandising Specialist is responsible for selecting and pricing merchandise, managing vendor relationships, and optimizing product assortments using data analysis. They also handle SKU maintenance, liquidate discontinued items, and coordinate visual representations for marketing materials.

Job details

Job Summary Responsible for working with Associate Merchants to select items for product lines for review; optimize assortment using data and financial projections. Work with the respective merchandising team to implement the appropriate supplier strategy. Responsible for category business dollars. Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities Selects, negotiates, and prices for out stock or specialized merchandise. Selects, negotiates and determines price points for smaller vendors. Conducts/facilitates vendor meetings and negotiations. Maintains all SKU information. Liquidates discontinued merchandise. Determines visual representation for catalog, mailers, and other marketing mediums. Seeks out new products, writing new ads, and correcting ads. Reviews the revisions from the Design team, verifies pricing is correct, and aids in pagination. Restocks replacement products and/or makes recommendations on replacement products. Reviews competitive market data for assigned categories. Nature and Scope Works in compliance with established procedures and/or protocols. Identifies and resolves readily identifiable, clearly defined problems. Demonstrates skill in data analysis and techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information and inconsistencies/anomalies in routine research/data. Nature of work requires general supervision; exercises judgment. May be paired with a mentor. Work typically involves regular process checks or review of output by a coworker and/or supervisor. May provide general guidance/direction to or train junior level support personnel. Work Environment Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable. Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles. Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time. Education and Experience Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Certification may be required in some areas. Generally 0-2 years of experience in a related field OR MS/MA and generally 0-1 year of experience in a related field. For Ontario Job Seekers: Pay Range: $47,600.00-$59,400.00 Annual Position Vacancy: This job posting is for an existing vacancy A.I. Disclosure: HD Supply Canada does not use Artificial Intelligence to Screen, Assess or Select Candidates. Our Goals for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion We are committed to creating a culture that promotes equity, respect, and advocacy for every HD Supply associate. We value the diversity of our people. Equal Employment Opportunity HD Supply Canada is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. HD Supply Canada is dedicated to providing an accessible and inclusive environment for all applicants. If you require an accommodation during the application process, please email disabilityaccommodations@hdsupply.com and include the position you are applying for. This email address is reserved solely for accommodation requests; other inquires will not be addressed.

What you’ll do

The Merchandising Specialist is responsible for selecting and pricing merchandise, managing vendor relationships, and optimizing product assortments using data analysis. They also handle SKU maintenance, liquidate discontinued items, and coordinate visual representations for marketing materials.

Requirements

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and 0-2 years of relevant experience. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills and the ability to work under general supervision.

Listed skills

• Data analysis · Preferred
• Negotiation · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred
• Business development · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Merchandising
• Data analysis
• Vendor management
• Negotiation
• Pricing strategy
• SKU management
• Market data analysis
• Product selection
• Inventory management
• Financial projections
• Business development
• Advocacy
• Research
• Artificial Intelligence
• Data Analysis
• Financial Forecasting
• Equities
• Marketing
• Market Data
• Writing
• Advertisement

Job areas

• Retail
• Management & Leadership
• Data & Analytics
• Logistics
• Merchandising Specialist
• Sales Demonstrators
• Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers