Field Merchandising & Sales Specialist (Minneapolis)

United Natural Foods, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

United Natural Foods, Inc. is seeking a motivated Merchandiser to drive sales and maintain high-quality shelf presentation in Minneapolis and St. Paul, MN. You will execute resets, stock products, hang tags, and support promotional programs to maximize store performance.

Responsibilities include partner with account managers, handle planograms, and travel up to 95% within the region. Strong customer service and reliable communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year related experience in Retail or Distribution.
• Prior Sales and customer service experience in a retail setting.
• Food related product experience desired.
• Bilingual – Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

• Influence customer orders by identifying sales opportunities and recommending item discontinuations. Place orders, merchandise products, hang shelf tags, and set promotional materials. Execute resets to drive sales. Sell promotional and sales programs as assigned.
• Serve as the primary contact for assigned customers and merchandising projects. Execute customer-specific plans during scheduled visits and provide feedback to UNFI stakeholders.
• Rotate stock, remove out-of-code items, and process returns/credits per company policy and customer agreements.
• Regularly communicates with Key UNFI Personnel on competitor activity, sales opportunities, customer request and any other significant issues.
• Collaborate with supervisors or account managers to develop action plans for assigned projects. Ensure deadlines and budgets are met. Interpret internal reports as needed.
• Exercise discretion and independent judgment in project planning and selling UNFI Professional Services and product lines.
• Extensive travel could be required within assigned geographical area, based on customer needs
• Complete required documentation accurately and on time. Stay current on Shelf Services technology and tools through training and collaboration with Category Management and Sales teams.
• Performs other duties assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Math skills

Planograms

Independence

Judgment

Team motivation

Job description

United Natural Foods, Inc. is seeking a motivated Merchandiser to drive sales and maintain high-quality shelf presentation in Minneapolis and St. Paul, MN. You will execute resets, stock products, hang tags, and support promotional programs to maximize store performance.

Responsibilities include partner with account managers, handle planograms, and travel up to 95% within the region. Strong customer service and reliable communication are essential for success.