Remote Merchandising & Promotions Data Specialist

UNFI; Providence (RI); Remote; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Sick Time

Paid holidays and parental leave

401K Program

Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD/

Short-term and long-term disability

FSA/HSA

Job summary

UNFI is a leading food wholesaler and distributor seeking a Merchandising Specialist to manage promotional and pricing data across multiple systems. You will work closely with Category Management and Sales & Promotions to execute weekly ads, vendor programs, and assortment changes with a focus on accuracy and timely delivery.

The role requires 1–3 years in merchandising or related fields, an Associate degree or equivalent experience, and strong Excel/data-management skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience required.
• 1–3 years in merchandising, retail, supply chain, or related field.
• Experience with pricing, promotions, or item data management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Input and maintain promotional, pricing, and deal information across merchandising and ad planning systems.
• Ensure accuracy of promotional data, including: Item selection, Pricing, Vendor funding, Promotional dates, and details.
• Support execution of weekly ad programs, events, and promotional initiatives.
• Validate promotional inputs prior to publication to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Maintain accurate item, assortment, and pricing information across multiple systems.
• Ensure alignment between merchandising systems and promotional planning tools.
• Support updates related to assortment changes, new items, and item discontinuations.
• Assist in maintaining data integrity across all merchandising and promotional platforms.
• Assist with setup and tracking of vendor promotions and trade funding programs.
• Support Category Managers in maintaining accurate records related to deals, contracts, and funding.
• Review vendor promotional submissions for completeness and accuracy.
• Help ensure promotions align with agreed vendor terms and program details.
• Partner with Sales & Promotions Coordinators to ensure smooth execution of promotional workflows.
• Collaborate with Category Management, Marketing, and Operations teams.
• Act as a liaison between merchandising, promotions, and support functions to resolve issues.
• Respond to internal and external questions related to item, pricing, or promotion details.
• Gather, compile, and organize data to support category and promotional analysis.
• Create and maintain reports, spreadsheets, and templates that support execution and decision-making.
• Assist in tracking promotional performance inputs and validating supporting data.
• Support ad hoc reporting and information requests.
• Ensure accurate processing of exception orders and system transactions.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies in pricing, promotions, and item data.
• Support troubleshooting of system or execution issues related to promotions.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy and timeliness in all deliverables.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel

Data management

Merchandising knowledge

Communication

Problem-solving

Independence

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Job description

UNFI is a leading food wholesaler and distributor seeking a Merchandising Specialist to manage promotional and pricing data across multiple systems. You will work closely with Category Management and Sales & Promotions to execute weekly ads, vendor programs, and assortment changes with a focus on accuracy and timely delivery.

The role requires 1–3 years in merchandising or related fields, an Associate degree or equivalent experience, and strong Excel/data-management skills.