Grocery Merchandising Coordinator: Drive Item Launches and Growth

Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

15% employee discount

401(k) retirement plan with company

Company paid life insurance

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. is seeking a Merchandising Coordinator - Grocery to support the Grocery Category Management team. You will manage new item submissions, item setup, ad directives and store orders for DSD vendors, while serving as the main Grocery contact for stores.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, strong communication, and the ability to coordinate with brands and brokers to ensure complete information and timely processing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Buying, Marketing or related field.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Grocery, Merchandising or food industry.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and maintain effective relationships.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong verbal and written communication, analytical and decision-making skills.
• Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Collect, coordinate, and manage new item submission samples and sample room areas.
• Ensure new items are entered into Portal and communicate with brands for missing information.
• Assist category team with new item reviews.
• Work with Grocery suppliers to collect item, cost, and delivery information.
• Facilitate new store orders for DSD vendors.
• Manage weekly reports for the Grocery team and prepare files for leaders.
• Respond to and manage all help desk inquiries for the Grocery team.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

MS Office proficiency

Verbal and written communication

Analytical and decision-making

Physical lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Buying, Marketing, or related field

Job description

Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. is seeking a Merchandising Coordinator - Grocery to support the Grocery Category Management team. You will manage new item submissions, item setup, ad directives and store orders for DSD vendors, while serving as the main Grocery contact for stores.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, strong communication, and the ability to coordinate with brands and brokers to ensure complete information and timely processing.