Merchandise Associate

Performance Food Group (New); Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 49,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distributor in convenience retail seeks a Merchandise Associate based in Nanaimo. You will be responsible for maintaining SmartStock programs and executing merchandising activities at various retail locations. The ideal candidate must have a High School Diploma, a valid driver's license, and effective communication skills. This role offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth in a safe working environment.

Benefits

Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Effective communication skills are essential.
• Must understand store plan-o-gram and set instructions.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office programs such as Excel and Outlook required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a detailed call routine as directed.
• Communicate weekly with Sales Account Manager.
• Manage the SmartStock program for execution.

Skills

Effective communication

Understanding of plan-o-grams

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand-held inventory control device

Job description

Company Description

Core-Mark continues to grow as the industry leader in fresh and broadline solutions for the convenience retail industry. With a reputation for empowering customers, employees, and communities, Core-Mark has become the largest, most comprehensive marketer of consumer goods in North America - offering a full range of products, programs, and solutions to convenience operators across the U.S. and Canada.

Job Description

We Deliver the Goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, RRSP, Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support our food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Details

• Pay: $53,000 annually plus quarterly incentive opportunity!
• Car Allowance: $500/month
• Travel Required: Based out of Nanaimo, Ladysmith or Duncan but will travel the island

Primary Responsibilities

As a Merchandise Associate, you will report to the Sales Manager. You will be working in our customer retail locations in Nanaimo, Parksville, Courtenay, Comox, Campbell River, and Port Alberni, and be responsible for the maintenance and execution of our SmartStock Programs. Activities include but are not limited to tote to rack merchandising, display rack assembly, plan-o-gram execution, rotating product, and overall merchandising services. Your professionalism and business execution are critical contributions to driving the business forward for our customers, vendors, and ourselves. Cell phone and car allowance will be provided as well as coverage for expenses.

Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Maintaining a detailed and specific call routine as directed by the Sales Account Manager.
• Communicating weekly with Sales Account Manager to gain updated guidance on program execution.
• Maintenance & execution of the SmartStock program (racks/plan-o-gram/ordering, merchandising activities.
• Identifying and reducing out-of-stocks on shelves.
• Ensuring products are fresh and within date code parameters.
• Attending to customer needs and concerns in a timely manner.
• Ensuring plan-o-gram, marketing best practices, and compliance in stores.
• Identifying display opportunities and maximizing display positioning.
• Ensuring that products are properly displayed, priced, and identified.
• Finding solutions to possible customer challenges with assistance.
• Performing other tasks and duties as assigned.

Desired Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to use and understand store plan-o-gram and set instructions.
• Ability to learn how to operate a hand-held inventory control device, calculators, and computer.
• Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office programs such as Excel and Outlook

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate.
• Required to drive to customer locations using personal transportation (gas card will be provided).
• Must have a valid driver's license, clean driving record, reliable vehicle (snow tires may be required), and proper valid insurance.
• Must have valid insurance for work that meets minimum requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors
• 6 months - 1 year relevant work experience

EEO Statement

Core-Mark is committed to providing accommodation to people with disabilities throughout the job application and interview process to the point of undue hardship. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact a HR representative.