Carry out tasks related to new stores, including research into new markets (including visits on location as requested), participating in Planogram meetings, developing new assortments for new concepts or stores, etc.* Work closely with Planner to manage allocation, reorder flow, and product lifecycle including promos, markdowns, transfers and RTVs.* Regularly attend industry tradeshows to source new vendors, meet with existing vendor partners, and identify emerging trends.* Prepare for and participate in regular Merchandising meetings such as Weekly Performance Meetings, Month End Review / OTB meetings, Collaboration meetings, New Store Review meetings, etc.* Develop seasonal trend presentations and participate in seasonal workshops to educate the field organization (applicable by merchandise category).*