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Adecco is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Merchandise Assistant to support a team of 2-4 Buyers and an AVP Merchandise Manager in a variety of administrative and clerical functions. This is a dynamic and fast-paced role, requiring daily communication with 50+ vendors, managing purchase orders, ensuring timely vendor shipments, and assisting with a range of office duties. As a Merchandise Assistant, you will help coordinate travel arrangements, vendor visits, and various special projects to support the buying team and operations. If you are interested in this position please read the summary and qualifications below.

Employment Type: Temporary

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Pay Rate: $23.00 per hour

Key Responsibilities:

Purchase Order Management:

• Prepare, write, and revise domestic and import purchase orders (POs) using the Buyer Worksheet application.

• Ensure all necessary signatures are obtained for Letter of Credit (LC) POs.

• Collaborate with Planning & Allocation (P&A) to expedite PO entry and ensure timely updates.

• Track PO status, manage late POs, and communicate with vendors for updates or changes, including renegotiating shipping dates and costs.

• Work with the traffic/transportation departments to resolve any shipping issues.

Vendor Communication:

• Serve as a primary contact for vendors, handling inquiries related to POs, allocations, and problem resolution.

• Maintain strong relationships with vendors via phone and email communication.

• Assist with vendor appointment scheduling, inquiries, and ensuring accurate vendor database information.

General Office Support & Special Projects:

• Organize and maintain reports and files, including Buyer Control Files and On-Order Inquiry reports.

• Coordinate travel arrangements for 2-5 merchants and complete detailed itinerary paperwork.

• Assist in organizing vendor and agent visits to the home office.

• Help with the pre-production/production sample process, including tracking samples, setting up displays, and maintaining sample binders.

• Support the sample room, ensuring samples are received, organized, and returned on time.

• Follow Sarbanes Oxley compliance requirements, ensuring all POs are signed by the Buyer and AVP.

• Perform special projects as assigned, such as managing weekly spend grids, creating spreadsheets, and assisting with ad hoc tasks.

Qualifications:

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Experience working with purchase orders, vendors, and inventory management is preferred.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, V-lookups, etc.) and other Microsoft Office applications.

• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.

• Ability to manage time effectively and work within deadlines.

• Previous experience in a merchandising or purchasing role is a plus, but not required.

• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.

If this sounds like the position for you, apply today with your up to date resume!

Pay Details: $23.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance