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Position Overview

The Manager, Merchandising will effectively manage part of the salaried merchandising team in closing down weekly gross profit goals and budgets, as well as implement sound merchandising vehicles with our independent retailers. The role will also be responsible for managing the merchandising support staff to ensure proper procedures and job responsibilities are being completed successfully.

Job Description

+ Full Time | Remote with potential to be hybrid

+ Location: Miami, FL

Description

+ Responsible for managing team(s) for maximization of bill out through alternative sourcing, margin controls, Flat Fees, and forward buys.

+ Manage the Senior Merchandiser(s) and the merchandising team with vendor issues, credit requests, paybacks, funding tracking, etc.

+ Work with teams to hit the KPI goals for team and individuals as set by Director of the department.

+ Review assigned team's price changes for Grocery, Candy and Frozen for accuracy before implementation; assure pertinent forward buys are maximized, and Merchandising is maintained at competitive levels.

+ Responsible for managing the Senior Merchandisers and the Merchandising team with vendor issues, credit requests, paybacks, funding tracking, etc.

+ Manage personnel both hourly and salaried employees in merchandising department.

+ Responsible for managing and negotiating vendor contracts that generate steady income stream for division.

+ Assist in hiring process, training, and evaluations for employee development for assigned team members; coach, develop and mentor staff.

+ Attend Business Reviews as scheduled with Director / VP of Dept.

+ Responsible for managing and executing special project demands that are set forth by senior management.

+ Travel Required: Yes

Environment

+ Office: Office Temperature (65F to 75F)

Skills

+ Understanding of core competencies of wholesale model, ability to manage others, understanding of commodities and how they work

+ Intermediate Microsoft Excel

+ Negotiation, organization, prioritization, problem solving skills

+ Setting and communicating direction accordingly

+ Ability to multi-task

+ Strong written and verbal communication skills

Years Of Experience

+ 5-7: years of relevant business/functional experience

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree - General Studies

Shift

1st Shift (United States of America)

Company

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC

About Our Company

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.

Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. C&S Wholesale Grocers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

Company: C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC

Job Area: Merchandising - Keene

Job Family: Sales

Job Type: Regular

Job Code: JC0445

ReqID: R-264282