Regional Merchandiser

Core-Mark International; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Phone allowance

Car allowance

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Core-Mark International in Mississippi is seeking a Merchandiser to travel across Arkansas, Metro Tennessee, and Mississippi to service stores. You will visit customer locations with your own vehicle, place merchandise per plan, and ensure shelves and displays are set correctly to maximize sales.

The ideal candidate has 6+ months merchandising experience, a reliable vehicle with insurance, a valid license, and the ability to lift up to 70 lbs.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• 6+ months merchandising experience.
• Customer-facing experience.
• Reliable vehicle with current auto insurance.
• Driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 5–25 lbs, up to 70 lbs at times.

Responsibilities

• Service assigned stores as scheduled daily.
• Provide merchandising, stocking, pricing, shelf facing, stock rotating and cleaning at customer locations.
• Arrange store shelves or display areas as required by each store.
• Monitor potential account problems and report to Sales Manager when required.
• Maintain safe store aisles and general store upkeep.
• Report hours to division on time sheets.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Self-motivated

Independent

Strong communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect
• pay is $18.50 an hour
• Schedule is Monday - Friday starting at 8am
• 80%-90% driving travel is required (Per Diem and company paid hotels when traveling).
• Will be working within Arkansas, Metro Tennessee and Mississippi territory.
• Phone & Car allowance + Mileage reimbursement available!

Job Description

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Details

• pay is $18.50 an hour
• Schedule is Monday - Friday starting at 8am
• 80%-90% driving travel is required (Per Diem and company paid hotels when traveling).
• Will be working within Arkansas, Metro Tennessee and Mississippi territory.
• Phone & Car allowance + Mileage reimbursement available!

Position Summary

As a Merchandiser, you’ll drive to customer locations using your personal vehicle, to meet with the customer, place merchandise in the display areas following set plan-o-grams, ensuring that every square foot of the store is properly set according to plan. You must be able to assess critical needs and notify management immediately of any issues. You’ll also assess customer sales and identify which items are not selling or are discontinued for each particular customer, making recommendations for replacement items that will increase sales and profits for the customer.

Position Responsibilities

• Service assigned stores as scheduled daily
• Providing excellent customer service
• Provide merchandising, stocking, pricing, shelf facing, stock rotating, and product and shelf cleaning at our customer locations.
• Arrange store shelves or display areas as required by each store.
• Monitor potential account problems at the store level and report to Sales and/or Sales Manager when required.
• Maintain safe store aisles.
• Maintenance of assigned equipment
• Reporting hours to division on provided time sheets
• Performs other related duties as assigned

The ideal candidate should possess the following

• Self-motivated, self-starter & detail oriented
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills

Required Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• 6+ months merchandising experience
• Customer facing experience
• Reliable vehicle with current auto insurance and must be able to travel to customer locations
• Driver’s license with clear driving record
• Frequent Activity- Will lift products weighing from 5-25 lbs. This is done throughout the day. May also lift a case of product or tote which could weigh up to 70 lbs.