The Merchandising Assistant is responsible for maintaining product databases, showroom displays, and samples under the supervision of managers. Key duties include updating product information in various systems, identifying samples needed, and basic product knowledge. The position requires strong communication, customer focus, and teamwork skills. A high school diploma plus one year retail experience is needed. Computer and math skills are also required.

1. MERCHANDISING ASSISTANT
Under supervision of the company President and Store Managers, the primary duties of the Merchandise Assistant are to maintain and
update the product file database and the showroom displays and samples. This position is crucial in maintaining smooth operational
flow, allowing the management team and sales team to concentrate on customers and sales.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Product Database Maintenance
Use RFMS E-Commerce module and Vendor B2B systems to update product file.
Use CCA Global Gateway system to update product file.
Use vendor provided .csv files to update product file.
Manually input data for vendors that do not maintain electronic data files.
Maintain product price file per managements guidelines.
Ensure that all dropped products are inactivated in the products file.
Merchandise Maintenance
With Manager, review the showroom’s sample system.
Identify procedures for maintaining the system.
Determine and order additional samples needed through discussion with Manager.
Receive and log new sample merchandise shipments.
Print and tag all merchandise as needed.
Physically pull and properly dispose of all dropped merchandise.
Maintain samples inventory and sign-out system on daily basis.
Maintain a level of basic knowledge about flooring products.
Review with Manager flooring product lines offered by manufacturers.
Update product knowledge on an as-needed basis through review of online resources, manufacturers’ literature and industry publications.
Review knowledge and ask questions of manufacturers’ representatives on an as-needed basis.
Operations Responsibility
Complete appropriate training relative to operations best practices in a timeframe agreed to with manager.
Review progress toward training program completion with Manager.
Maintain awareness of operations best practices as part of ongoing discussions with Manager.
These are the technical competencies and skills that an office manager should possess in order to do the / their job effectively. Job
competencies and core competencies are the standard for both hiring and performance management.
Effective Communications—Gets and gives information, verbally and in writing, to build both internal and external relationships
while achieving results.
Customer Centered—Commits to taking actions that best serves customers and benefits the business. Goes the extra mile to do
what it takes to reach and exceed customer expectations.
Focus & Drive—Continually seeks opportunities to make improvements and to do what is necessary to help the business reach peak
performance. Displays a high level of energy.
Teamwork & Collaboration—Works cooperatively & collaboratively with others.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform the job in question.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience: High school degree, PLUS one year of retail sales experience.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to understand and effectively communicate numerical data. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such
as discounts, interest, commissions, and percentages.
Computer Skills
Knowledge of computer operating system software
How to Apply: Please obtain a referral card from YPIC at the CRC Center and information on how to apply will then be provided.
Contact YPIC at the address and numbers below:
3826 W. 16th Street • 928-329-0990 • Fax: 928-782-9558TTY (928) 329-6466 • www.ypic.com

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