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Merchandise is an useful source of income for CAN and gives CAN an opportunity to promote its name and brand. The Merchandise Co-ordinator keeps this part of CAN's operations ticking over.

The Merchandise Co-ordinator is appointed by the Committee. It is not essential for the postholder to also be on the Committee.

Role:

• receive orders and send out stock to customers
• record orders for Treasurer
• maintain stock supply

Duties:

• receive orders/payment details, either via internet or email
• enter orders/payments on database, print out packing slip
• send confirmation of order to customer
• package and post order to customer
• maintain stock, reorder as required
• send sales report to Treasurer at the end of each month
• communicate any new merchandise opportunities to the Executive and Media & Marketing Co-ordinator

Desired qualities/experience:

• well organised
• Internet access
• familiarity with databases (Access) an advantage
• has a small amount of storage space/shelving to keep the unsold merchandise in one place

Accountabilities:

• Treasurer
• other Committee members

Support/working relationships:

• Secretary
• Media & Marketing Co-ordinator

Time commitment:

• varies during the year, but averages 1-2 hours per week

Rewards:

• appropriate expenses as required (e.g. envelopes, postage, stamps)
• annual gift ($50 voucher from selected stores)
• furthering a good cause and working with great people

[updated November 2011]