Jessica Johnston

Merchant Assistant @Family Dollar

Chesapeake, VA, US

Communicate regularly and consistently with suppliers to obtain new product information, current pricing, descriptions, UPC codes, etc.2. Maintain relationships to collaboratively work to resolve any issues/discrepancies with support areas.3. Manage the marketing projection tool, Aptaris/Pro3, by entering deals, projections, scan allowances and co-op.4. Collect, review and proof product samples, prior to shipment, to ensure all information is correct and in line with Family Dollar Guidelines. Handle disposition of rejected samples.5. Coordinate team and vendor meetings and manage Buyer and Associate/Assistant Buyer’s calendar.6. Perform data entry functions, including but not limited to, RTV’s, new item set up, supplier maintenance, price changes and item maintenance. Maintain proficiency in use of internal computer systems such as Retek, Aptaris/Pro3, and SharePoint.7. Follow-up online reviews to ensure items are entered and deleted in a master spreadsheet set up and ordered in a timely manner and perform any other related line review functions as needed.8. Communicate with customers to resolve complaints, issues, and special requests. Generate standardized letters for customers and follow-up on customer calls and issues.9. Perform a variety of administrative duties such as answering phones, opening mail, distributing reports, creating presentations, filing, typing, and sending letters. Work with Data Management team to setup New Supplier’s by ensuring all required paperwork has been filled out correctly and preparing and mailing vendor packet updates.10. Other job-related duties as assigned.