Merchandiser

General Description
JCPenney Purchasing Corporation Position Description   Position:  S11 - MERCHANDISER Comp %:  0 Date:     Basic Functions: Provides sourcing support assistance through contract process execution, supplier profile/market intelligence updates and specific source maintenance/follow up, as required.   Principal Responsibilities: 1. Assists in the development of appropriate sourcing opportunities by providing up-to-date supplier history/capability research and supplier "account" maintenance.
2. Assists with operational support for contract merchandise for samples, Quality Assurance checks, documentation, supplier-buyer/customer communication, shipments and payments.
3. Provides responsive communications and background analysis for the development of supplier/staff profiles and market updates. Also assists in market research activities.
4. Supports smooth, efficient and effective Buyer/customer visits by assisting with trip planning and supplier meetings. Also supports the negotiation process by providing pertinent information, as required.   Scope Data: Reports To: Merchandise Manager/Senior Merchandiser
Supervises: Assistant Merchandiser
Direct Import Volume: N/A
Shipments
Landed Cost   Knowledge & Skills: Education: College degree or equivalent business experience.
Experience: 2 - 4 years of retail or international trade experience
Specialized: Proficiency in English language, both written and spoken   Recommendations: 1. Operational improvements, as required.   Key Relationships: 1. Works with Merchandise Manager/Sr. Merchandiser / Operation Managers
2. Works with Buyers and / or Sourcing Managers   Key Challenges:     Decision Making: 1. Makes daily operating decisions.  
Job Title: Merchandiser
Location: Lahore, PUN, Pakistan - 3rd Floor Commercial Plaza # 12 & 13 K Block, Model Town
Job ID: 1109286


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