Resale Merchandise & Pricing Specialist
Red White & Blue Thrift · Pittsburgh, PA · 2 days ago
Marketing$16–$18/hrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Accurately assess the value of donated items based on condition, quality, and market trends
- Apply pricing strategies to merchandise effectively, ensuring competitive pricing and maximizing sales potential
- Utilize pricing tools and resources to maintain accurate and consistent pricing across all product categories
- Collaborate with Pricer Support personnel to ensure coverage and accuracy during absences
- Maintain documentation and records of pricing decisions and adjustments
- Communicate pricing strategies and updates to team members and management
- Adhere to company policies and procedures regarding pricing guidelines, customer service, and safety
- Support store initiatives and promotions through effective pricing strategies and timely execution
Qualifications
- Previous experience in retail pricing or related field preferred
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate product value and market trends
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in using pricing tools and software applications
- Knowledge of thrift store operations and merchandise categories is a plus
Physical Requirements
- Ability to safely perform job functions in accordance with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards
- Occasionally lift and carry up to 25 lbs., frequently exert up to 25 lbs. of force, and constantly apply negligible force when handling objects
- Able to stand for extended periods of time
- Proficient in performing repetitive motions such as extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction and working primarily with fingers rather than the whole hand or arm
- Skilled in tasks involving seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands
- Capable of maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces, as well as maintaining balance when performing agile tasks
- Possess clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more
Work Environment
- Dynamics of the work environment characterized by a consistently busy atmosphere
- Able to thrive in a fast-paced and busy environment
- Noise level: The work environment is noisy due to the bustling activity on the sales floor and the production area
- Lighting: The work environment is characterized by bright lighting throughout the front and back of store
- Interactions with others: Regular interactions with customers, donors, and coworkers, fostering a collaborative and customer-focused environment
- Flexibility: The nature of this role requires a high degree of flexibility