Merchandising Field Specialists, Fresh Bakery / Deli - Independent

At SpartanNash, relationships matter, and our Corporate team takes that sentiment to heart in the way we work as one totally aligned team, support and respect each other and share the highest standards of excellence. We’re always looking for the next great idea or a new way to approach a challenge, and we collaborate and innovate to achieve our goals.

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Job Description:

Establishes and maintains relationships with all independent customers that are serviced by the division. Ensures the execution of merchandising and marketing plans necessary to drive sales. Provides staff assistance in the areas of  merchandising,  merchandising re-sets, ordering assistance, department leadership training/development and new item/program training.

• Supports assigned stores meet sales, expenses, gross and net profit objectives while monitoring implementation of corporate merchandising programs, production and operational standards within area of responsibility.
• Complete knowledge of programs prepared by the Category Management team, recommends adjustments to meet local conditions and works with Sales team and directly with independent retailers, on action plans to implement.
• Monitors, supports and follows up on operating performance of stores within local territory with specific regard to sales and profit performance of all existing and new products.
• Analyze and interpret product category data and train others on how to use data to increase sales and maximize profits. Work with SpartanNash Category/Product Development Managers, industry partners, vendors, brokers, manufacturers and distributors to bring support to category management programs, including reset activities.

• Advise Category Management team of product assortment/selection through appropriate analysis such as adding new items or deleting poor performing items to allow Category/Product Development Managers the ability to provide the most appropriate support to members.
• Support customers with training, re-sets, product/program knowledge and procurement support as it relates to driving both independent and corporate sales.
• Establishes and maintains excellent customer service and communication with assigned accounts.
• Ability to create planograms and implement.
• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work being performed as assigned for this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and requirements; additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Here’s what you’ll need:

• Bachelor's Degree (Preferred) Business Administration or other related field or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

• Two years Retail department specific knowledge, with experience in management to include merchandising, ordering, food production and food safety.
• Strong oral and written communication, financial acumen, strategic problem solving, leadership, and analytical skills. Excellent influencing and negotiations skills.
• Proven experience working across business units to leverage resources and capabilities to accomplish company goals.
• Proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with Category Management and purchasing systems such as Biceps Purchasing System is a plus.
• Ability to travel up to 90%.

Physical Requirements:

• May be required to lift and/or move 50 pounds.
• The associate is frequently required to sit/stand/walk.
• While performing the duties of this position, the associate is subject to a typical office environment and is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions.
• Temperatures may vary for those subject to any of the following areas: computer/server room, print shop, production area).
• The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but may be high in distribution settings. Travel requirements vary by assignment.

SpartanNash is a certified Military-Friendly employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply!

We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.

SpartanNash is proud to take care of the people who take care of our business through our robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package. Learn more here.

SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer who celebrates diversity and believes employing a diverse workforce is key to our success. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals.