As the Merchandising Coordinator / Category Assistant (internally referred to as Category Assistant, Fresh, Frozen, and Processed Meats), you will support the Category Manager in managing their categories by taking responsibility for certain key aspects of the process. These responsibilities may include drafting orders, implementing cost changes as directed, managing inventory, and analyzing data according to instructions. Your work will contribute to the overall goals of the Category Manager.
Joining ACC gives you the opportunity for growth and development throughout the company, an attractive and competitive salary and benefits package, and to be part of a dynamic and diverse culture.
ACC is a subsidiary of The North West Company International (NWCI), a leading retailer of under-served rural communities and urban neighborhood markets in the following regions: Northern Canada, Western Canada, rural Alaska, the South Pacific islands, and the Caribbean. Our stores offer a broad range of products and services with an emphasis on food. Our value offer is to be the best local shopping choice for everyday household and local lifestyle needs. Check out www.alaskacommercial.comfor more information.
Your Responsibility:
Assist the Category Manager in delivering annual and seasonal category strategies as directed
Ensure item files are accurate and up to date in order to support category and store positioning strategies as set by the Category Manager
Provide input into weekly, monthly, and quarterly variance reports for the Category manager to use to create reports
Create and manage assortments for assigned departments and store positioning strategies with input from the CategoryManager
Monitor ongoing sales figures of all items and key activities as projected in order to maintain appropriate inventory levels for the Category Manager’s vendors
Complete the order process from the creation of the purchase order through to the delivery of goods to the store
Submit accurate item setup sheets to Data Entry on a timely basis
Manage and monitor core item assortment by adding and deleting products at the direction of the Category Manager
Review and action store and depot inventory issues for assigned department group
Maintain budgeted inventory levels in stores and perform item maintenance as required to ensure the closed-dated items move through the system in a timely manner
In collaboration with the Category Manager, build advertising and merchandising activities that achieve targeted results.
Skills and Qualifications:
Previous retail and/or procurement experience is preferred
Undergraduate degree in business or a related field preferred but not required
Extensive MS Office Suite experience, including above-average knowledge of Excel
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Aptitude with successful negotiations
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to problem-solve complex issues
Strong prioritizing and mathematical skills
Strong attention to detail and time management
Strong time management and adherence to both Category and Company goals and deadlines
Ability to set priorities based on workload
Working conditions:
Ability to work in a fast-paced office environment
Primarily computer work; able to sit or stand in one place for long periods of time
Work in an office environment located at a meat plant with a walk-in freezer and cooler
Location: North Star Quality Meats, Anchorage, AK Reports to: Category Manager
We create a collaborative and constructive culture by:
Acting with Integrity • Fostering excellence • Respecting Others • Working Collaboratively • Being Accountable
The North West Company is committed to inclusion and diversity and encourages applications from all candidates, including but not limited to all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, BIPOC, and persons with disabilities.
You may include your resume and cover letter together as a single document. A competitive pay rate and opportunities to learn, develop and advance throughout the organization are offered. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.