Merchandising Specialist - Remote

Remote Jobs; Sarasota (FL); Remote; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grocery wholesaler is seeking a candidate for a role that offers remote work flexibility. You will gather and input information into promotional planning systems, maintain data accuracy, and work closely with the Category Manager. Ideal candidates will have a 2-year degree or equivalent experience, along with strong planning and communication skills. This position offers competitive benefits and a commitment to work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive benefits including health coverage

Flexible PTO

Opportunity for mentorship

Engaging work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 0-2 years of retail and/or supply chain merchandising experience.
• Ability to input information accurately into multiple systems.

Responsibilities

• Gather and input information into promotional planning systems.
• Maintain accurate information related to assortment and shelf management.
• Communicate pricing guidelines with the Category Manager.
• Assist with planning, record-keeping, and filing processes.
• Serve as a liaison for customer requests.

Skills

Planning and organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

2-year degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Employer Industry: Grocery Wholesale

Why consider this job opportunity:

• Competitive benefits including health coverage starting the first month after 30 days of employment
• Flexible PTO or competitive PTO plan to promote work-life balance
• Opportunity for mentorship and professional development within the organization
• Remote work flexibility, allowing you to perform your role from the comfort of your home
• Engaging work environment with a focus on community and customer satisfaction
• Chance to contribute to the growth and transformation of a leading grocery wholesaler

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):

• Gather and input information into promotional planning systems, communicating details to retailers and regions
• Maintain accurate information related to assortment and shelf management in relevant systems
• Communicate pricing guidelines and ensure correct input of pricing information alongside the Category Manager
• Assist the Category Manager with planning, record-keeping, and filing processes
• Serve as a liaison for customer requests and manage exception orders and data entry

What is Required (Qualifications):

• 2-year degree or equivalent experience
• 0-2 years of retail and/or supply chain merchandising experience
• Strong planning and organizational skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to foster effective business relationships
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to input information accurately into multiple systems

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):

• Basic understanding of business planning and category management
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
• Experience in vendor support, including product sampling and logistics

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