Associate Merchant (Components)

Description

Title: Associate Merchant (Components)

Department: Merchandising

Reports To: Sr. Category Merchant (Components)

Hours Required: Full Time

Location: Hybrid | Jenson USA HQ

Compensation: $55,000 – $70,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. Exempt status will be based on the level of experience and scope of responsibilities.

The Job

Located in Riverside, we are a leading retailer of all things outdoor and bike – mountain, road, e-bike, you name it. Our product offering makes for a unique work environment as there isn’t a warehouse like ours in the area. Many of our team members are avid riders and campers, and while it isn’t a requirement for the job, you just might end up on a bike or find yourself in a tent staring at the stars. You can expect an easy-going, welcoming and flexible atmosphere with good people.

In this job, you will ensure Jenson USA has the products our customers love! A successful candidate will support both the Category Merchants and Category Specialists in daily tasks such as pricing, item creation, marketing, merchandise selection, and analysis.  This position will also have ownership and financial responsibility of a sub-category or company program to develop the skills and strategic outlook necessary to fill future Category Merchant positions. 

Check out who we are here: jensonusa.com

The Benefits

We offer a variety of benefits and perks for full-time employees, including: 

• Medical Insurance: 100% paid employee only HMO coverage, no cost to you. If you have other qualifying coverage, you may receive a $150 monthly stipend. If you are out of network, additional costs may apply.
• Time Off: 15 days (3 weeks) of Paid Time Off, 7 Paid Holidays and an extra day off to ride (Bike Day) awarded each year on your work anniversary.
• Employee Purchase Program: Access to purchase our full inventory at cost + 3.5%.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) Plan with 4% matching.
• Additional Insurance: Dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Professional Growth & Development Opportunities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Owns financials, assortment, strategy, and all daily tasks for program or sub-class under merchant/management supervision.
• Drives product, policy, communications, business development, marketing, and inventory initiatives in a holistic manner.
• Assists with development and execution of pricing strategy for Category Merchants, including monitoring competitor pricing in key classifications.
• Assists Category Specialists with item creation, item maintenance, and merchant support.
• Generates and analyzes relevant vendor and category performance as it relates to market trends.
• Partners with vendors to improve processes and procedures within the supply chain.
• Identifies emerging and declining market trends and the associated risks.
• Assists in the development of long-term product planning and inventory commitments for key vendors.
• Research and recommend growth opportunities in existing or new categories and provide relevant pricing and cost/benefit analysis.
• Proactively seeks out opportunities to learn and grow as a merchant with the goal of filling future Category Merchant openings.
• Partners with cross-functional teams on innovative strategies to drive sales.
• Drives and/or supports company priority initiatives.
• Other special assignments as the business requires.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bike and components knowledge is a must.
• Merchandising experience needed.  Assistant Buyer/Merchant or supporting positions.
• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 1-3 years’ experience in an online retail environment. Relevant experience may be substituted for required education. 
• Execution-driven, growth-oriented, ownership mindset to drive performance against KPIs.
• Ability to effectively manage cross-functional coordination.
• Demonstrated project management and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with an ERP system and excellent capability using Microsoft Suite of programs.

Skills/Abilities

• Adaptability - Demonstrates flexibility with change.
• Organization – Effectively manages time and the workspace.  Balances conflicting priorities to manage workflow, ensure completion of essential projects and meets critical deadlines.
• Proactive Anticipation of Needs – Addresses problems and acts to prevent them.  Utilizes analytical skills and broad understanding of the business to effectively interpret needs.
• Communication – Listens to understand the needs; speaks with confidence using clear and concise language, produces well thought-out professional correspondence that is free from grammatical and spelling errors.
• Service Oriented – Interacts professionally with leaders, clients, vendors and team members. Promptly responds to requests with accuracy and a courteous demeanor.
• Team Player – Works as a competent member of the team, willing to provide back-up support for others.
• Computer/Technical Ability – Is proficient in using standard office equipment.  Demonstrates advanced proficiency by adapting to new technology and easily acquiring new technical skills.
• Judgement – Exhibits sound judgement and the ability to make reasonable decisions in the absence of direction.  Swiftly refers problems/issues to the appropriate person when necessary. 
• Initiative – Works effectively while asking for direction when needed.

Jenson USA is proud to operate as a drug-free workplace.  All new hires must complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check. 

Jenson USA is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.    

Rev. 06/03/2025

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