What are the responsibilities and job description for the Jr Merchandiser position at Four Seasons Produce?
Embark on a dynamic career in retail merchandising as a Junior Merchandiser with Four Seasons Produce. Under the guidance of experienced Merchandisers and the Retail Services Manager, you will immerse yourself in the exciting world of strategic planning, project execution, and store optimization.
Schedule: Monday – Friday 6:00 am – 4:00 pm
Location: Ephrata, PA (Travel Required)
What you get to do as a Jr. Merchandiser
Under the direction of a Merchandiser or the Retail Services Manager;
- Learns best practices for planning, scheduling and executing projects
- Fills in for Merchandisers at assigned stores, as needed
- Collaborates with store staff to offer suggestions on labor, scheduling and reducing shrink.
- Works with store leadership to obtain desired gross margins.
- Learns, understands and leverages Four Seasons culture to enhance store level relationships and partnerships
- Aides in setting up stores and conducting Show and Tell training sessions with retailers
- Critiques produce departments and aide retailers in driving sales, merchandising, seasonal sets, reviewing variety offered; including packs and sizes
What you bring
- 2 or more years of experience in the produce industry
- Experience as a Produce Manager in a retail or similar setting
- Must be able to complete inventory, calculate gross margin and shrink
- General knowledge of produce department layout and organic merchandising
- Basic knowledge and understanding of COOL
- Prior experience managing a team
- Ability to self-start and complete assignments and/or projects assigned
- Ability to work within a department and team environment
- Ability to accept and learn from constructive feedback
- Must be able to lift up to 65lbs
What We Offer
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Earned Wage Access - flexible access to wages before payday
- Paid time off and holidays
- Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
- Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
- Retirement 401(k) with employer match
- Company life insurance & voluntary life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, wellness program, employee assistance program, Success Coach, and more!
Who We Are
We are a family of companies that focus on wholesale produce distribution and logistics across the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions. We partner with local growers to bring fresh organic and conventional produce to our Lancaster County, PA facility. We grade and package fruits and vegetables, sending only the best with our Drivers to deliver to independent retailers, natural food stores, and food co-ops.
We care about our associates and are committed to a healthy, diverse, and inclusive work environment.
All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis, and without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, pregnancy or maternity, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status under federal, state and local laws.
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