Director, Merchandising

FHLB Des Moines; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco is seeking a merchandising lead to oversee the department’s performance, including end customer order fulfillment, inventory control, and profitability initiatives across local operations.

The role emphasizes coordinating with suppliers, maintaining margins, and driving efficiency in warehousing and procurement processes to support sales growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; four years in purchasing (produce/foodservice) preferred.
• Strong negotiation, analytics, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Direct local merchandising and supplier resources.
• Negotiate and manage local level programs.
• Grow company, gross margin and earned income while achieving sales and operational efficiency targets.
• Manage shrink and approve credits.
• Manage the purchasing and merchandising of products to enhance customer satisfaction and profitability of department operations.

Skills

MS Office

Analytical

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Company: US1601 Coastal Sunbelt Produce, LLC Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 20723 Travel Percentage: 0

Compensation Range: $101,800.00 - $152,600.00 The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors. You may be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.

BENEFITS INFORMATION: For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com

JOB SUMMARY

This is a merchandising position responsible for overall performance and management of the merchandising department which includes but is not limited to: end customer order fulfillment, inventory management with intent to maintain lowest possible DSO (day sales outstanding), merchandising activities that enhance profitability (realized equity and earned income overall gross margin), support sales growth, Logistics, assist in achieving warehouse operations efficiencies as it relates to inbound product, management and directing department staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct local merchandising and supplier resources
• Negotiate and manage local level programs
• Grow company, gross margin and earned income while achieving company sales and operational efficiency targets
• Manage shrink and approve credits
• Manage the purchasing and merchandising of products in an effort to enhance customer satisfaction and profitability of department operations

QUALIFICATIONS

Education 4-year degree (Bachelor’s Degree preferred)

Experience 4 years in purchasing (Produce or foodservice distribution)

Professional Skills Proficient in Microsoft Office, effective written/oral communication skills, strong analytical skills Manages local OpCo (operating company) assortment to meet sales demands and execute and support category growth initiatives Monitor market to increase market share Negotiate and manage local level programs Projection and budget management

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OVERVIEW

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affimative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law. This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates. Sysco is the global leader in selling, marketing and distributing food products to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments and other customers who prepare meals away from home. Its family of products also includes equipment and supplies for the foodservice and hospitality industries. With more than 71,000 colleagues, the company operates 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves approximately 700,000 customer locations. For fiscal year 2022 that ended July 2, 2022, the company generated sales of more than $68 billion. Information about our Sustainability program, including Sysco’s 2022 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Report and 2022 Sustainability Report, can be found at www.sysco.com.