Merchandiser-Full Time- Waite Park, MN

Ocean State Job Lot; Waite Park (MN); On-site; USD 25,623,000 - 57,308,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Direct Deposit

Overtime eligibility

Car allowance/expense reimbursement

Gas card

Company cell phone

Medical/Dental/Vision/Rx/Disability/40

Job summary

Dietz & Watson is seeking a Full-Time Merchandiser to support sales and brand awareness across our deli products. The position requires operating a deli slicer, setting up deli cases, rotating product, and executing planograms while maintaining engaging in-store displays.

Candidates should have 1–2 years of customer service or sales experience (deli experience a plus), a valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, Real ID or passport for travel, and the ability to travel up to 30%.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalence.
• 1–2 years of customer service/sales experience preferred; deli experience is a plus.
• Must have a reliable vehicle and a valid driver’s license.
• Must have valid Real ID or Passport for travel.
• Must be able to read and write English.
• Must have computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Must possess communication, organization, creativity, and customization skills.
• Must be able to exercise independent decision-making skills.
• Must be available to work weekends on occasion.
• Clear Driving Record (MVR 2 year).
• Must be able to pass the ServSafe Manager exam.
• Flexibility and ability to travel up to 30%.

Responsibilities

• Assist with sales and create brand awareness.
• Set up deli cases and rotate deli product.
• Understand and execute schematics/planograms.
• Maintain marketing displays using POS.
• Operate a deli slicer safely.
• Complete reports and store surveys.
• Provide coverage to stores within territory.
• Visit stores and address concerns promptly.
• Build and maintain customer relationships.
• Create and market Dietz & Watson programs.
• Train new deli hires on company practices.
• Communicate information to Merchandiser Manager.
• Use monthly sales reports to achieve distribution.

Skills

Customer service

Sales experience

Communication

Organization

Creativity

Decision making

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

At Dietz & Watson, our employees’ talent and dedication to world-class sales and customer service are key contributors to our success. You will find that our company’s energetic environment is a vital piece that continues the growth and development of Dietz & Watson. We are looking for these talented and dedicated individuals to join our family.

Employment Benefits & Incentives

• Full-Time Hourly Position - $18.00- $20.00based on experience
• Weekly payroll via Direct Deposit
• Ability to earn 5+ hours per week of overtime
• Monthly Car Allowance/ Expenses Reimbursement on Select Travel
• Gas Card Provided
• Company Issued Cell Phone
• Benefits Package Including –
  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Rx/Disability/401K

Our team is currently looking fora Full-Time Merchandiserto keep up our level of commitment to safety and customer service. TheMerchandiser’s main job function is to assist with sales and create brand awareness. A sales merchandiser should have knowledge of our products as they relate to the deli.

The duties of a Dietz & Watson Merchandiser are listed below but not limited to:

• Safely operate a deli slicer
• Set up of deli cases and appropriately rotate deli product
• Understand and execute schematics/planograms
• Maintain marketing displays using Dietz & Watson Point of Sale (POS)
• Needs to be a self-starter, work in a team environment and or with little or no supervision
• Manage time effectively and productively
• Complete all reports as necessary including store surveys
• Consistently provide coverage to all stores within assigned territory based on store ranking
• Make regular store visits documenting all concerns/problems (i.e. shortages, equipment problems, ordering issues, etc.) and addressing these concerns in a timely manner
• Build and maintain customer relationships by displaying high-level customer service techniques to deli managers, employees, and store customers
• Possess the knowledge and ability to both create and market Dietz & Watson programs
• Training of all new store deli hires on the merits of Dietz & Watson and refresh training when needed
• Communicate any information deemed necessary to Merchandiser Manager (i.e. grand openings, store closing, etc.)
• Utilizing the monthly sales reports to achieve 100% distribution.
• Explore opportunities for sales growth w/Merchandiser Manager
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment
• Perform special projects outside of assigned territory
• Flexibility and ability to travel (including flying) as needed and may be up to 30% of the time.
• Must be able to read and write English
• Must have computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Must possess communication, organization, creativity, and customization skills
• Must be able to exercise independent decision-making skills on a regular basis
• Must be available to work weekends on occasion
• High school diploma or equivalence
• 1-2 years of customer service/sales experience preferred. Previous deli experience is a plus.
• Must have a reliable vehicle and must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have valid Real ID or Passport for travel.
• Clear Driving Record (MVR_2year)
• Must be able to pass the company issued ServSafe Manager exam

General Working Conditions/Environment

• Room Temperature while in stores

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift to 20 pounds frequently
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds occasional
• Push /pull carts containing product – occasionally up to 100 lbs.
• Walking
• Reaching
• Use of both hands and arms
• Operate a motor vehicle
• Must be able to work in a safety sensitive position
• At times be in refrigerated cooler areas
• Must be able to work in a safety sensitive position

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