Job Description: Aston Carter partnered up with world's leading convenience store company that is looking to add an Category Support Coordinator to their team. The Category Support Coordinator is responsible for the coordinating of data elements for products in the assortment. Typical activities include: new item introduction, item expansion, test items, and communication/coordination with vendor contacts. Expectation is that coordinators execute product information exchanges between company master systems and vendors in a high volume, low error tolerance environment.
Coordinate new product set up information with vendors with a strong attention to detail for nuances related to distribution type and internal strategic initiatives.
Build and maintain relationships with impacted business units inside of company as well as Vendor relationships outside.
Extract product information from company systems using SQL, Access and SEI Proprietary systems.
Synchronize product information between vendor communications and company systems using advance level excel skills.
Review product information for completeness and accuracy, identify and escalate issues appropriately.
Completes and submits product information change request forms for management approval and data processing.
Review product information in company systems for inconsistencies and inaccuracies.
Research issues to identify root cause and recommend resolution.
Execute cross-functional tasks based on priority and volume of workload.
Communicate and escalate issues to the Supervisor as appropriate.
Coordinates product information changes with Vendors and respective Category Managers to align assortment.
Skills & Qualifications: High School + Equiv Exp or Bach/4 Yr Degree. 2 Years of Retail Product. Position requires strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Advanced working knowledge of Excel (must be able to efficiently and effectively execute VLOOKUPs, IF Statements, and Pivot Tables). Effectively operates in a high volume environment while achieving minimal error rates. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Thorough understanding of retail/inventory attributes is preferred. Exhibits extreme ownership while being highly organized and able to handle multiple tasks in a dynamic environment. Ability to prioritize tasks to deliver on commitments while having a high attention to detail to review and analyze system impacts. Ability to learn quickly and adapt to custom tools/systems. Communicates effectively with various stakeholders and develops strong internal relationships. Strong knowledge of Excel. SQL and Access experience a plus.About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.
