Merchandiser Manager- Auburn, WA

Dietz and Watson; Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 81,168 - 91,468; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary $81,168-$91,468 based on experience

Weekly payroll via Direct Deposit

Monthly Car Allowance/Expenses Reimbursement on Select Travel

Medical/Dental/Vision/Rx/Disability/401K

Job summary

A leading food service company seeks a Merchandiser Manager in Auburn, WA. This role involves managing and leading a merchandising team to uphold product presentation standards while achieving sales objectives. Responsibilities include hiring, training, and maintaining relationships with key deli contacts. Ideal candidates should have a bachelor's degree in a related field, customer service experience, and strong computer skills. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of customer service/sales experience required, preferably in food/beverage industry merchandising.
• Must be able to travel.
• Clear driving history for minimum 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for hiring, training, leading and managing the merchandising team.
• Coordinate and schedule support activities for budgeted sales and profit objectives.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with retailer's key deli contacts at the multi‑unit level.

Skills

Customer service/sales experience

Computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Ability to read and write English

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Food Marketing, Business Administration, Marketing, or related field

Serv‑Safe certification

Job description

Position

Merchandiser Manager – Auburn, WA at Dietz & Watson

Benefits

• Salary $81,168-$91,468 based on experience
• Weekly payroll via Direct Deposit
• Monthly Car Allowance/Expenses Reimbursement on Select Travel
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Rx/Disability/401K

Overall Responsibilities

This position is responsible for hiring, training, leading and managing the assigned team of merchandisers to maintain presentation standards for all Dietz & Watson products in accordance with mutually agreed upon customer standards.

It also coordinates, schedules and communicates support activities for the merchandising team to achieve budgeted sales and profit objectives including store sets, demo/sampling activities, deli associate training and merchandising tasks to help customer goals and objectives.

The role is also responsible for developing and maintaining strong relationships with retailer's key deli contacts at the multi‑unit level, mentoring sales merchandisers to promote Dietz & Watson, and developing deli associates that become advocates for the brand.

Hiring & Training

The Merchandiser Manager works with Human Resources and Sales Management to interview and hire candidates, ensuring fully staffed teams according to approved organizational charts. The manager conducts resume reviews, selection, initial phone screenings and in‑person interviews.

They coordinate all onboarding procedures with HR and company representatives to ensure that new employees receive the necessary training and equipment, including product knowledge, company procedures and standards.

Management

As part of the sales management team, the manager supports achievement of company sales and profit objectives. They schedule merchandisers, train, evaluate, and mentor employees for positive and sustainable performance. The manager communicates opportunities and successes observed in the field and recommends ongoing improvements in all facets and activities to support sales and profit objectives.

Leadership

The Merchandiser Manager leads by example, reflecting Dietz & Watson’s commitment to excellence and maintaining high ethical and moral standards. The manager also helps identify and foster appropriate growth for all employees, supporting the company’s long‑term sustainability and betterment of the organization.

General Working Conditions/Environment

• Room temperature while in stores
• At times in refrigerated cooler areas

Physical Requirements

• Walking, standing, bending, twisting
• Lifting up to 20 pounds continuously, seldom lifts up to 50 pounds, occasionally up to 100 pounds when pushing carts
• Pulling carts, reaching, use of both hands and arms

Job Requirements

• Must be able to travel
• Must be able to read and write English
• Must have computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Must be able to work weekends as necessary
• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Marketing, Business Administration, Marketing, or related field required
• Serv‑Safe certification preferred
• Clear driving history for minimum 2 years
• Must have Real ID or passport for travel
• 2‑5 years of customer service/sales experience required, with prior experience in food/beverage industry merchandising preferred