Merchandising Assistant II

C&S Wholesale Grocers; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supply chain solutions company is seeking a Merchandising Assistant to support their team in monitoring billings, managing customer contracts, and ensuring data integrity. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a commitment to quality and detail. This entry-level position offers an opportunity to gain experience in a dynamic and supportive office environment.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of relevant experience.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Merchandising Team with billings and cost changes.
• Monitor customer contracts and ensure competitive pricing.
• Run sales reports to validate credits owed or rebills.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent written communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Overview

As a Merchandising Assistant, you are responsible for supporting the Merchandising Team with the implementation of billings, cost changes, customer support, and data integrity review.

Description

• Coordinate customer contracts by monitoring all outbound costs to the customers, working with the manufacturing community to ensure the most up-to-date and competitive pricing, managing regional brackets and exceptions.
• Coordinate future increases and declines submitted by the manufacturing community, ensuring the team manages deals, off-invoices, and customized pricing with integrity.
• Monitor weekly billings, including flyers, bottle deposits, and customized p-deals, ensuring alignment with the gross profit budget line.
• Ensure high data quality by monitoring item and vendor attributes, correcting setup errors, and ensuring smooth product flow.
• Communicate daily with customers and oversee tracking spreadsheets to monitor new items, reviewing cost compare reports for pricing variances.
• Run sales reports to validate credits owed or rebills, and verify cost mismatches between C&S and customers.
• Support at least one merchandiser with weekly tasks related to gross profit and marketing plans for the East Coast independent base.
• Travel: Not required.

Environment

• Office environment with temperature maintained between 65F and 75F.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Experience

• 0-2 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Company

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is a leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the U.S., serving over 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases, and institutions.