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Coast Guard Exchange (USCGCSC) · 1 day ago

Assistant Category Manager – Uniforms FT – 6600

Chesapeake, VA, US

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$44K/yr - $44K/yr

1+ years exp

Coast Guard Exchange (USCGCSC) is seeking an Assistant Category Manager for their Uniforms division. The role focuses on managing and supporting the uniform supply program, executing procurement, and maintaining inventory standards to meet operational needs.

Retail

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

The position’s primary duty consists of office or non-manual work directly related to managing and supporting the general business operations of the Coast Guard Exchange uniform supply program

Supports the Uniform Program Category Manager in the strategic management of uniforms and insignia across all retail distribution channels including stores and ecommerce

Executes the procurement and distribution of uniforms to meet Coast Guard standards, customer expectations, and business goals

Analyzes sales and inventory data and supports assortment planning to maintain uniform assortments at the store level, based on the needs of local operational commands

Maximizes in-stock rates at the SKU level and manages product presentation standards in stores and online

Works under the general supervision of the Uniform Program Category Manager and exercises independent judgment and approach in routine situations

Coordinates business actions with store operations teams and suppliers and provides excellent customer service to internal and external customers

Primary duty requires the exercise of discretion and independent judgement on matters of business significance, applying well-established retailing techniques, procedures, and standards

Has authority to make independent choices free from immediate direction or supervision in implementing management policies and operating practices, or when deviating from established policies/procedures with a bias to our military uniform customers

Performance is evaluated on business results, analytical skills, collaboration established individual performance objectives and ability to support strategic category initiatives

Acquires a working knowledge of US Coast Guard Regulations pertaining to uniforms and insignia

Must obtain security clearance to access to the procurement and inventory systems of the Defense Logistics Agency

Provides consultation and expert advice regarding uniforms supply to management

Attends Federal Government symposiums, visits manufacturing facilities and store locations as needed

Works closely with Region Managers and store managers to address and maximize in-stock opportunities

Performs work that affects operations to a substantial degree

Investigates and resolves significant matters related to uniforms supply on behalf of management

Advises management in planning long-term and short-term uniforms supply objectives

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Retail merchandising experienceMicrosoft Excel proficiencyAnalytical skillsERP knowledgeFinancial analysis skillsVendor negotiation experienceLeadership experienceRelevant military experienceOrganizational skillsCollaboration skillsCommunication skills

Required

High school diploma or GED

One year of retail merchandising, planning, buying or technical experience in a multi-store or ecommerce operation

Demonstrated leadership experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Demonstrated organizational and analytical skills

Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams

This is a white-collar position where occasional lifting up to 20 lbs may be required

Preferred

A total of 2 years' retail experience to include buying, planning, merchandising, technical experience or other work that enabled the applicant to gain knowledge of merchandising and buying practices

Knowledge of ERP, merchandise planning, or replenishment systems and processes

Strong financial analysis and reporting skills

Experience in vendor negotiation or supplier management

Relevant military experience