About this role
Job Summary:
Performs routine administrative functions related to Buying functions for designated departments under Centralized Procurement.
Serves in developmental capacity for a Merchandiser NF-3 position.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Places purchase orders of basic forecasted repetitive and standing purchase order programs. Checks basic stock assortment for additions and deletions initiates inter-store transfers returns merchandise to warehouse and overstocked merchandise to vendors.
- Assists in the preparation and implementation of model stock plans and seasonal buying plans. Prepares historical analysis of various aspects of the merchandise required in developing buying plans and making commitments.
- Responds to inquiries from field Exchanges vendors etc. Works closely with NEXCOM departments vendors field Exchanges etc. to facilitate flow of information regarding changes to stock assortments merchandise availability sales events substitutions vendor support etc. Ensures that Navy Exchanges are provided with complete merchandising information pertinent to assigned departments or merchandise classifications. Prepares bulletins including the master stock assortment list for each selling location.
- Assigns style numbers to line items procured and maintains UPC files.
- Assists in the preparation of advertising sheets coop forms worksheets secures samples and performs other related duties as needed in conjunction with all corporate promotional events. Assists in developing vendor produced inserts flyers to tie-in with major promotional events.
- Participate in retail marketing meetings merchandise clinics functional training courses for department s assigned as required.
- Keeps abreast of current industry market trends for assigned departments by receiving trade publications market offerings and information from the commercial sector.
- Works under close supervision.
- Performs other related duties as assigned
GENERAL EXPERIENCE
1 year experience in which applicant demonstrated the ability to perform clerical duties required.
AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE
1 year experience in which the applicant has gained knowledge of the regulations and procedures of one or more areas of a procurement system.
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE
1 year of academic study above the high school level may be substituted for general experience. Substitution of additional education for specialized experience must include 6 semester hours in business subjects such as marketing accounting purchasing economics or other directly related courses.
Other facts
About NEXCOM
The Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) Enterprise encompasses six business lines, boasting a workforce of more than 14,000 associates located around the globe. The command’s mission is to provide quality goods and services at a savings and support Navy quality of life programs for active duty military, retirees, reservists, veterans, Department of Defense civilians and families. The NEXCOM Enterprise is a non-appropriated fund instrumentality (NAFI) of the Department of Defense and the Department of the Navy. Therefore, most of NEXCOM’s expenses are paid with its earnings and not taxpayer dollars.
About Our Business Lines:
NEXCOM’s six business lines are: Navy Exchange (NEX), Ship Store Program, Uniform Program Management Office (UPMO), Telecommunications Program Office (TPO), Navy Clothing and Textile Research Facility (NCTRF) and NEXCOM Hospitality Group (NHG). Each business line provides the necessary support for the Navy’s warfighters and military families to remain ready and resilient.
As a Navy command, NEXCOM contributes to mission readiness by providing quality of life services to patrons no matter where they are stationed around the world.
Endless Opportunity:
While NEXCOM has different business lines, the majority of our employees work for NEX retail locations, Navy Hotel's or at NEXCOM’s Headquarters. Working for NEXCOM offers a diverse range of opportunities and career paths for upward mobility or transition through training and experience into a new field of work.
We welcome applicants from both the civilian and armed services communities. Please visit us at NEXCOMjobs.org to learn more about our enterprise and view the myriad of jobs available around the world!
What you'll do
- The Merchandiser is responsible for placing purchase orders, managing stock assortments, and preparing buying plans. They also facilitate communication between vendors and Navy Exchanges regarding merchandise availability and sales events.
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