Retail Merchandiser
Partner with assigned customers to ensure they have the right products at the right time in the right placement.
Job Responsibilities :
- Order products that aligns with the needs of the customer.
- Responsible for effectively displaying store products.
- Responsible for maintaining effective business relationships with customers.
- Responsible for daily travel to customer locations.
- Responsible for arriving promptly at customer locations on assigned route for service.
- Responsible for rotating stock and removing out of code product.
- Process merchandise returns and issue credits according to company policy.
- Ensure the neat and orderly appearance of UNFI products.
- Responsible for product and / or delivery notification to customers.
- Assist in hanging shelf tags and promotional POS / POP materials and resets.
- Sell promotional and sales programs as assigned.
- Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for location.
- Follow through on customer product requests.
- Keep management informed of area activities and of any significant concerns.
- Attend meetings as required.
- Provides backup for other field sales representatives when needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements :
EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION :
Valid driver's license necessaryAuto insurance levels that meet UNFI requirementsEXPERIENCE :
Prior customer service experience in a retail settingSystem Implementation preferredSKILLS / ABILITIES :
Excellent customer service skillsGood communication skillsTime management skills and attention to detailBasic math abilitiesAbility to work independentlyGood judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.PHYSICAL ABILITIES :
Daily travel is required and access to a vehicle is necessaryAbility to get in and out of car multiple times per dayDrive to and from accounts safely in city, rural and expressway conditionsAbility to set up displays, fixtures, shelving and productsAble to tolerate exposure to store and warehouse conditions including wide variances in temperature, dust and dirtAbility to lift up to 40 lbsUNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process.
Compensation : UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.
Benefits : Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs : Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death / dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and / or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.