Merchandise Specialist

We Deliver the Goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more.
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support Americas food distribution system.
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.

Position Details:

• $18.00 per hour
• Monday - Friday
• 7:00 AM - 800 AM Start time
• Mileage & Cell phone reimbursement program
• Must have 1 + year of Merchandising experience

Position Purpose:
As a Merchandising Specialist, youll drive to customer locations using your personal vehicle, to meet with the customer, place merchandise in the display areas following set plan-o-grams, check for out of date (expired) product and ensure that every square foot of the store is properly set according to plan. You must be able to assess critical needs and notify management immediately of any issues. Youll also assess customer sales and identify which items are not selling or are discontinued for each customer, making recommendations for replacement items that will increase sales and profits for the customer.

What is a store reset?

A store reset is the process of rearranging or replacing fixtures, shelves, stand-alone units, and merchandise. The goal is to make a retail business more navigable and to create a fresh, engaging shopping experience.

Responsibilities:

• Service assigned stores as scheduled daily
• Providing excellent customer service
• Provide merchandising, stocking, pricing, shelf facing, stock rotating, and product and shelf cleaning at our customer locations
• Read planograms
• Arrange store shelves or display areas as required by each store.
• Monitor potential account problems at the store level and report to Sales and/or Sales Manager when required
• Maintain safe store aisles
• Maintenance of assigned equipment
• Occasional overnight travel

The ideal candidate should possess the following:

• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines
• Excellent customer service skills
• Self motivated, self starter with strong attention to detail

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Compensation

$18.00

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent experience

1 + Year of merchandising experience

Must have a valid drivers license, clean driving record, reliable vehicle, and proper valid insurance.

Must be able to frequently lift products weighing from 5-25 lbs. throughout the day.

Must be able to lift a case of product or tote which could weigh up to 70 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

2 + year of merchandising and/or retail experience