Merchandising Operations Assistant Manager

Lori's Gifts

. Provide administrative and technical support of multiple backend systems for merchants and the store field .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timePlano • Texas • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing backend retail systems and vendor relationships, with strong capabilities in data analysis and reporting. Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office tools to support merchandising operations and inventory management.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Backend Retail Management System KnowledgeIntermediate To Advanced Excel SkillsVendor Managed Inventory (VMI) OversightExcellent Verbal And Written Communication SkillsPurchase Order Management

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisSKU ManagementPurchase Order GenerationInvoicingInventory Reporting

Soft Skills

Multitasking

Tools & Technologies

Mi9 RetailMicrosoft OfficeOutlookTeamsPowerPoint

Industry Keywords

MerchandisingVendor ManagementRetail ManagementPoint-Of-Sale SystemKPI Tracking

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide administrative and technical support of multiple backend systems for merchants and the store field
Administer Mi9 processes controlling replenishment decisions, including SKU replenishment status, store groups, SKU stock levels, and store attributes
Manage purchase order generation and confirm vendor purchase orders are approved and correctly processed
Input new SKU data and maintain accurate product information from setup to markdown
Manage the Mi9 vendor master, including vendor contacts, terms, and VMI vendor linking
Assist with reporting and purchasing needs for suppliers, buyers, and the Senior Merchandising Analyst
Obtain purchase-order tracking based on KPI levels and report data during weekly Inventory Meetings
Process purchase-order billing adjustments and investigate order, pricing, and billing discrepancies
Oversee Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), including researching and correcting store-entry errors, training stores, and reporting errors to senior management
Run monthly sales reporting to create credit memo invoices, distribute them to vendors, and follow up on receipt
Research and resolve daily product, delivery, and cost inquiries from stores; escalate complex issues as needed
Participate in quarterly Mi9 system-update testing and report findings to IT
Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma
Bachelor’s degree or minimum 2 years related work experience within a Merchandising department
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including formulas, lookups and data analysis
Proficient in Microsoft Office in general (including Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Copilot)
Knowledge in backend retail management system and point-of-sale system (Mi9 Retail, AiFi, Just Walk Out by Amazon, etc.)
Experience with invoicing a plus
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to multitask

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible Hours
Awesome Discounts
Fun work environment
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance (Full Time Employees)
401K plan (Full Time Employees)
Paid Time Off (Full-Time Employees)
Paid Holidays (Full-Time Employees)
Opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed with a leading retailer!