Frames Merchandising Assistant

Job Summary:The Merchandising Assistant will assist with all components of merchandising functions for Mann Eye Optical, including everything related to the set-up, distribution, sales, analysis and inventory management for frames. The Merchandising Assistant will also work with all Mann Eye locations for frame Issues and with frame vendors as needed.Primary Responsibilities:Review Daily and Weekly frames sold reports and place replenishment orders with frame vendors by location as neededCheck in orders and process invoices for payment with accounting department, coding invoices by locationReceive orders by location into POS (Point-of-Sale system) Flexys including new frame set-up, current frame replenishment, entering costs, retail pricing, etc.Coordinate new frame launches by brand, by location including costs and retail pricing in Flexys, including sorting and organizing large, multiple box frame shipments from frame vendorsManage frame transfers, mark-downs, recalls and RTV (returns to vendors)Run reports for frame inventory and frames sold as neededAssist Director and Manager with any special requests for merchandising initiativesConduct store visits to assist in merchandising initiatives - resets, new product intros, reconciliationWork with locations on frame visual merchandising initiativesHelp with physical inventory counts for frames in locationsOther duties as assignedEssential Skills and Abilities:Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.Strong organizational, project planning and time management skills.Excellent interpersonal and oral/written communication skillsAbility to interact with locations, vendors, co-workers and management in a team oriented environmentWillingness to learn new Software ProgramsEducation and Experience:1. High school diploma or equivalent2. Previous experience with optical products and/or retail merchandising preferred