Merchandising & Shelf Optimization Specialist - Maine

Associated Grocers of New England; Maine; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Associated Grocers of New England is seeking a Shelf Management Specialist to ensure optimal SKU assortment and product placement across Maine grocery stores. You will work directly with store personnel to execute planograms and drive effective merchandising strategies.

The role emphasizes accurate shelf layout, private label positioning, and timely product rotation, with daily collaboration across stores and vendors. A valid driver’s license and strong communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in the retail food business, including vendor brokerage or food distribution.
• Ability to read and follow planograms for retail merchandising.
• Experience in merchandising, brand blocking, private label positioning, and tag maintenance.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Basic computer skills; must have a valid state driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Setting up new stores or resetting existing stores.
• Ensuring store layouts/designs meet prescribed requirements.
• Directing plans for equipment installation to meet store needs.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Skills

Planograms

Merchandising

Vendor relations

Private label positioning

Product rotation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Associated Grocers of New England is seeking a Shelf Management Specialist to ensure optimal SKU assortment and product placement across Maine grocery stores. You will work directly with store personnel to execute planograms and drive effective merchandising strategies.

The role emphasizes accurate shelf layout, private label positioning, and timely product rotation, with daily collaboration across stores and vendors. A valid driver’s license and strong communication skills are required.