Merchandiser

Description

SALES MERCHANDISER

Employment Benefits & Incentives

• Full-Time Hourly Position - $16.00 - $17.00 based on experience
• Ability to earn 5 hours per week of overtime
• Monthly Car Allowance
• Gas Card Provided
• After 90 Days of Employment - Benefits Package Options Including -
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Company Issued Cell Phone
• Expenses Reimbursement on Select Travel
• After 1 Year of Employment - 401K Plan with Matching

Job Description

The Dietz & Watson Merchandiser's main job function is to assist with sales and create brand awareness. A sales merchandiser should have the knowledge of our products as it relates to the deli.

The duties of a Dietz & Watson Merchandiser are listed below but not limited to :

• Safely operate a deli slicer
• Set up of deli cases and appropriately rotate deli product
• Understand and execute schematics / planograms
• Maintain marketing displays using Dietz & Watson Point of Sale (POS)
• Needs to be a self-starter, work in a team environment and or with little or no supervision
• Manage time effectively and productively
• Complete all reports as necessary including store surveys
• Consistently provide coverage to all stores within assigned territory based on store ranking
• Make regular store visits documenting all concerns / problems (i.e. shortages, equipment problems, ordering issues, etc.

and addressing these concerns in a timely manner

• Build and maintain customer relationships by displaying high-level customer service techniques to deli managers, employees, and store customers
• Possess the knowledge and ability to both create and market Dietz & Watson programs
• Training of all new store deli hires on the merits of Dietz & Watson and refresh training when needed
• Communicate any information deemed necessary to Merchandiser Manager (i.e. grand openings, store closing, etc.)
• Utilizing the monthly sales reports to achieve 100% distribution.
• Explore opportunities for sales growth w / Merchandiser Manager
• Maintain full displays
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment
• Perform special projects outside of assigned territory

Minimum Requirements

Physical Requirements

• Standing, Bending, Twisting
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds frequently
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasional
• Push / pull carts containing product - occasionally up to 100 lbs.
• Walking
• Reaching
• Use of both hands and arms
• Operate a motor vehicle
• Must be able to work in a safety sensitive position

General Working Conditions / Environment

• Room Temperature while in stores
• At times be in refrigerated cooler areas

Job Requirements

• Flexibility and ability to travel (including flying) as needed and may be up to 30% of the time.
• Must have computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Must possess communication, organization, creativity, and customization skills
• Must be able to exercise independent decision-making skills on a regular basis
• Must be available to work weekends on occasion
• High school diploma or equivalence
• 1-2 years of customer service / sales experience preferred. Previous deli experience is a plus.
• Must have a reliable vehicle and must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to pass the company issued ServSafe Manger exam.

Last updated : 2024-03-07