Cheese Department Lead & Merchandising Expert

Busch's Inc.; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Daily Pay available

Job summary

Busch’s Inc. in Michigan is hiring a Cheese Merchandiser to lead the cheese department, supervise a team of cheese mongers, ensure quality and engaging customer service. A CCP certification and strong leadership are required.

The role focuses on product curation, displays, customer education, and collaboration with deli/grocery to promote cross-merchandising. Join a family-owned retailer with a passion for flavorful experiences.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Cheese Professional (CCP) from a recognized body.
• Extensive knowledge of cheeses, origins and pairings.
• Proven leadership to motivate and develop a team.
• Merchandising skills to design impactful displays.
• Excellent communication and customer service.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
• Proficient in Excel, Word and email; adaptable to tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Confident presentation skills and public speaking.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: supervise and mentor a cheese mongers team across locations.
• Product Management: curate local and artisanal cheeses with inventory control.
• Merchandising Excellence: create eye-catching cheese displays.
• Customer Engagement: educate customers with tastings and pairings.
• Operational Oversight: ensure food safety and sanitation compliance.
• Sales Analysis: monitor sales, feedback, and trends to inform offerings.
• Collaboration: work with deli and grocery for cross-merchandising.
• Community Involvement: represent cheese dept at events and markets.
• Professional Development: pursue ongoing cheese education and networking.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Merchandising

Communication

Analytical

Problem solving

Presentation skills

Excel

Word & Email

Education

Cheese Professional CCP certification

Tools

Excel

Word

Email

Job description

Busch’s Inc. in Michigan is hiring a Cheese Merchandiser to lead the cheese department, supervise a team of cheese mongers, ensure quality and engaging customer service. A CCP certification and strong leadership are required.

The role focuses on product curation, displays, customer education, and collaboration with deli/grocery to promote cross-merchandising. Join a family-owned retailer with a passion for flavorful experiences.