Merchandise Assistant (Framingham)

Our Metrowest retail client is looking for as Merchandise Assistant with 1+ years' experience for an immediate long term contract; this role requires 2 days onsite and the client is looking for strong customer service skills.

Duties and Responsibilities :

o Analyzes historical data to determine the needs for project locations and creates purchase orders. This analysis includes reviewing photos, existing site plans and project manager surveys.

o Partners across multiple departments to ensure orders are accurately created, shipped and delivered on time and installed properly.

o Responsible for acting as the primary contact for clients and vendors. This includes communicating in a timely manner, processing additional requests and providing support for installation questions.

o Plays a critical role in providing feedback on quality & delivery issues and supplier performance to ensure the Client expectations are being met..

o Creates and sends purchase orders for each specific store

o Responsible for making sure that all projects stay within budget.

o Strong communication, organizational and analytical skills

o Proficient in MS Office programs : Excel, Word, etc.

o Experience with Oracle and creating purchase orders