United Staffing Soluitons is representing a high-end photo, video, and electronics store in Manhattan who is looking for a Merchandising Administrative Assistant to support the Retail Marketing Manager in daily operations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment and enjoys coordinating with vendors, managing schedules, and ensuring smooth execution of contracts and in-store initiatives.

The administrative assistant provides support to the Vendor Relations Manager in their daily activities. They coordinate and organize meetings with vendors, maintains manager’s calendar, group inbox, and creates and processes vendor contracts- both new and renewals.

This is a Full Time position, temporary to permanent position.

Schedule: Mon-Thurs 9am-6pm, Fri 9am-2pm

Pay: $24-30/hr, depending on experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with vendors to set up meetings
• Create new and renewal contracts corresponding to company policies and procedures.
• Update and manage Salesforce database ensuring all the information is accurate and up to date
• Maintains group inbox and ensures every email is assigned or actioned in a timely manner
• Oversee organization of shared folders, keeping them organized and properly labeled for quick navigation

Additional Responsibilities:

• Provide general administrative support as assigned by management
• Assist with special projects and operational needs as they arise

• Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills
• Excellent time management with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• Proactive problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Preferred Experience:

• 2+ years of administrative experience, preferably supporting vendor management, retail operations, or merchandising
• Experience working with contract management systems or CRM platforms (Salesforce preferred)