Merchandise Coordinator Job Description

A merchandise coordinator is an individual who is responsible for the ordering of merchandise for an organization.

Merchandise coordinators typically work for large organizations, such as retail stores, department stores, and shoe stores.

They may select merchandise from a catalog, or they may be responsible for purchasing merchandise directly from a supplier.

Merchandise coordinators can also work for smaller companies, such as restaurants, convenience stores, and pharmacies.

In these cases, merchandise coordinators are responsible for ordering merchandise from vendors.

They often work with buyers, who are responsible for buying merchandise for resale.

Job Brief:

We’re looking for a Merchandise Coordinator to join our team! As a Merchandise Coordinator, you will be responsible for overseeing the inventory and ordering of all merchandise for our company. In this role, you will work closely with our sales and marketing teams to ensure that all merchandise is properly stocked and available for our customers. If you are a organized and detail-oriented individual with a passion for fashion, we want to hear from you!

Merchandise Coordinator Duties:

• Manage inventory for merchant operations
• Maintain efficient inventory control system
• Oversee and ensure proper inventory control
• Prepare physical inventories as scheduled
• Maintain product and service replenishment objectives
• Oversee receiving, warehousing, and order picking
• Maintain stockroom, warehouse, and dock areas
• Implement and administer loss prevention programs
• Ensure all merchandise is bagged, tagged, and labeled accordingly
• Conduct regular audits and spot inspection of inventories
• Process inventory write-offs and transfers
• Implement, coordinate, and monitor safety programs
• Adhere to legal regulations, building and safety codes, and other requirements

Merchandise Coordinator Responsibilities:

• Receive, store, and distribute merchandise in the warehouse, completing quality control inspections
• Process incoming shipments, including unpacking, sorting, labeling, examining, and assembling
• Stock merchandise in shelves and displays, according to store planograms and signage
• Keep warehouse stocked and organized, monitoring inventory levels, conducting periodic cycle counts, and collecting merchandise returns as needed
• Perform stockroom duties, including shipping orders, placing orders for replenishments, and filling customer orders, coordinating with vendors as necessary
• Prepare merchandise displays, and restock and inspect them as needed, arranging for weekly vendor deliveries and coordinating with them on delivery schedules and stocking levels
• Work with vendors to resolve issues and maintain inventory levels
• Maintain and update all records required for inventory and warehousing
• Inspect incoming merchandise to ensure that it is up to code and meet our

Requirements And Skills:

• Proven experience in a retail position
• Strong decision-making capabilities
• Above-average communication, collaboration, and delegation skills
• Ability to prioritize effectively
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Knowledge of inventory control systems

At [Company Name], we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive team. We encourage applications from people of all races, religions, national origins, genders, and ages, as well as veterans and individuals.