Category Manager Assistant

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Daily data entry and filing.
• Data tracking for the buying team.
• Affiliate with marketing and advertising.
• Affiliate with purchase orders.
• Assist with phone, mail, and email follow-up with vendors, other category managers, Lewis Drug stores, and merchandise team members.
• Affiliate with or conduct inventory.
• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the buying office when the category managers are out of the office.
• Additional duties as assigned by management.

Employee Role Expectations

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with all levels of employees with professionalism as well as work independently when needed.
• Must have high level of initiative and ability to follow instruction – whether verbal or written.
• Must value organization and have the ability to prioritize.
• Regular attendance and punctuality are essential, as specific timelines for deadlines must be satisfied.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Google Drive.
• Accuracy and speed (50 wpm) in data entry.
• Strong communication skills to include verbal and written correspondence.
• Knowledge of Lewis Drug policies and procedures preferred.