Merchandiser

Nada Holdings, Inc.; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading chocolate company is seeking an enthusiastic part-time Merchandiser in the Kelowna, Penticton, Vernon area. This role supports the Sales team and involves executing marketing initiatives at retail locations. Ideal candidates have CPG experience, strong communication skills, and access to a vehicle. Competitive wages and mileage allowance are offered. Join a dynamic team and contribute to promoting premium chocolate products.

Benefits

Competitive wage

Mileage allowance

Qualifications

• Sales and merchandising experience in the Consumer Package Goods (CPG) industry preferred.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• A valid driver's license and exclusive access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Support the Sales team and merchandising ongoing sales plans.
• Execute Key Account Initiatives (KAI) including marketing and sales promotions.
• Call on Drug, Grocery, Mass, and Department retail outlets.

Skills

Sales and merchandising experience

Experience with Companion Rep

Proficient in Word and Excel

Effective communication skills

Job description

Location: Kelowna, Penticton, Vernon
Contract: 8 weeks, Start Date: Feb 9th - End Date: April 3rd

We are looking for an enthusiastic and keen individual to fill the role of part-time Merchandiser (24 hours/3 days per week) for the territory of Kelowna, Penticton, Vernon.

Lindt & Sprüngli (Canada), Inc, is recognized as a leader in the market for premium quality chocolate, offering a large selection of products in more than 100 countries around the world. During more than 170 years of Lindt & Sprüngli’s existence, it has become known as one of the most innovative and creative companies making premium chocolate, with six production sites in Europe, two in the USA, and distribution and sales companies on four continents.

Key Responsibilities

As a member of our Team, the successful candidate will be supporting the Sales team, and merchandising ongoing sales plans in addition to the flawless execution of Key Account Initiatives (KAI), including marketing and sales promotions at the store level. The candidate will be calling on Drug, Grocery, Mass, and Department retail outlets.

Qualifications

• Sales and merchandising experience in the Consumer Package Goods (CPG) industry preferred
• Experience with Companion Rep preferred
• Proficient in Word and Excel
• A self-starter with an ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written
• Prefer the opportunity to work in a contract, part-time position
• Reside in the proximity of the designated territory
• A valid driver's license, exclusive access to a vehicle, and the ability to lift 50 pounds
• Access to a personal smartphone/ tablet to complete appropriate reporting
• Capable of repetitive activities such as sitting, standing, bending, reaching, kneeling, twisting, walking, squatting, and lifting continuously

Requirements

• Access to a vehicle- MANDATORY
• Having knowledge in CPG is an asset
• Great communication and selling skills

This position offers a competitive wage and mileage allowance.

Lindt is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request. Please contact our Human Resources department for more information. We thank all those who apply, however, only selected candidates will be contacted.