Associate Merchandising Analyst, Fresh

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 51,720 - 67,120; Full time

Job summary

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is seeking an Associate Merchandising Analyst to negotiate and execute promotional merchandising programs for independent retailers. In this role, you will work closely with vendors and brokers to maximize inventory profits through efficient logistical practices.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree, with 0-2 years of experience preferred in the wholesale or retail industry. Your skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, will be vital for data management. This is an office-based position with a shift during the first shift hours in the United States.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of wholesale or retail industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and execute promotional merchandising programs with vendors and manufacturers.
• Maximize profitable inventories by creating logistical and administrative efficiencies.
• Manage vendor rebate programs for accuracy and timeliness.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Professional verbal and written communication skills

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks

Education

Bachelor's Degree - General Studies

Job description

Position Overview

As an Associate Merchandising Analyst, you will negotiate and close down gross profit opportunities, as well as negotiate and execute promotional merchandising programs for our independent retailers. You will work closely with our vendor and broker community.

Job Description

Responsibilities include:

• Negotiate and execute promotional merchandising programs with vendors and manufacturers (weekly ads/bi-annual food shows, Marketing events.
• Negotiate opportunities with Vendors and Manufacturers maximizing profitable inventories by creating logistical and administrative efficiencies.
• Learn the functions of various systems & reports for daily usage.
• Manage reconciliation of vendor rebate programs to ensure accuracy and timeliness of payments from the vendor community.
• Setup and maintain item and vendor data integrity, including pricing, item accuracy, item changes, item assortment, category marketing info, and lost income resolution.
• Work on special projects with Senior Analysts and Managers, such as representing division on specific weekly conference calls, food show coordination, retail merchandising, and other projects.
• Work cross functionally with the Procurement team on excess inventory resolution.
• Interface with other C&S departments, vendors, and retail customers for resolutions regarding invoicing, or deduction management.
• Travel Required: No

Environment

• Office Temperature: 65F to 75F

Skills

• Basic computer skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Successfully prioritize multiple tasks and responsibilities simultaneously.

Years Of Experience

• 0-2: Wholesale or retail industry experience preferred.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree - General Studies

Shift

1st Shift (United States of America)

Company

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC

EEO and Working Safely Statements

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.

Salary Range

$51,720-$67,120