Merchandising & Vendor Ops Specialist

Sysco Corp.; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco Corp. is seeking a Merchandise Coordinator to link Sales, Category Management, Purchasing, Vendors and Operating Companies. The role coordinates product and vendor setup, item lifecycles and communications to ensure timely launches and accurate data across systems.

The position supports vendor inquiries, pricing updates and inventory processes while helping to drive sales execution and operational efficiency in a fast-paced distribution environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in business or related field.
• 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong MS Office and data management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate new item setup by collecting and validating vendor/item information for accurate system entry.
• Maintain ongoing item maintenance, updates, and lifecycle administration.
• Coordinate new vendor onboarding and maintain vendor records and documentation.
• Support sales teams by responding to product, pricing, inventory, and operational inquiries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

MS Office proficiency

Relationship building

System navigation

Education

HS Diploma

Bachelor’s degree in business or related

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Sysco Corp. is seeking a Merchandise Coordinator to link Sales, Category Management, Purchasing, Vendors and Operating Companies. The role coordinates product and vendor setup, item lifecycles and communications to ensure timely launches and accurate data across systems.

The position supports vendor inquiries, pricing updates and inventory processes while helping to drive sales execution and operational efficiency in a fast-paced distribution environment.