Retail Merchandiser - Commissary - Great Lakes - P/T - 20 hrs

Eurpac Service Inc.; Great Lakes (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Eurpac Service, Inc. is seeking a part-time Base Manager for commissary operations in the Great Lakes, IL area. The role focuses on shelf maintenance, stock management, and implementing display and promotional programs across assigned commissaries.

Training will be provided and travel may be required to support store resets. The position requires access to military bases, strong organizational skills, and ability to work 20 hours weekly at $18–$20 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Expand distribution of new items using guidance from the Area Manager to meet the 30-day speed-to-shelf objective.
• Collaborate with the CAO to manage shelf maximums for all SKUs.
• Proactively stock shelves when out-of-stocks occur and backstock is available, or when contractors do not meet stocking expectations.
• Secure/sell display activity and build displays as needed.
• Secure product demonstration activity and order cases to support events.
• Responsible for shelf management: facings, resets, pricing, shelf tags, and related items.
• Ensure timely processing of vendor credits and price reductions, and maintain proper store call frequency.
• Communicate store issues to the Area Manager promptly and conduct regular checks for code dates and rotation.
• Demonstrate expertise in EAGLE Eye and Retail IQ tools and report in-store conditions using company systems.

Skills

Focused Organized

Self-Motivated

Effective Communicator

Flexibility

Professional Appearance

Dependable

Plan-Monitor-Review

Microsoft Office Suite

Physical Stamina

Job description

ESCO, a division of Eurpac Service, Inc., has over 60 years of proven success representing consumer package goods (CPG) within the complex Military Resale Channel. Providing comprehensive sales and marketing service solutions to our clients. Our processes and proprietary technology are designed to deliver success in this unique retail channel.

ESCO is seeking a part-time Base Manager at the Great Lakes, Illinois, commissary. This is an ideal part-time employment opportunity for a spouse, student or retiree. If you are looking for a place to make an impact, then we want to talk to you!

SCOPE:

Commissary facilities located on specific military bases within defined areas as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES: BASIC SKILLS:

Focused Organized

Self-Motivated Effective Communicator

Flexibility Professional Appearance

SKILLS:

Dependable Plan-Monitor-Review

COMPUTER PROFICIENCIES:

Physical Stamina Microsoft Office Suite

Perform daily tasks assigned by EAGLE Eye, Retail IQ, Area Manager (AM) or Area Supervisor (AS) to support operations at designated Commissary locations. Base Manager responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Call on assigned Commissary and complete tasks assigned by company technology and your AM:

Base Manager:

• Expand distribution of new items using tools and guidance provided by the Area Manager (AM), aiming to meet the 30-day "speed to shelf" objective.
• Collaborate with the CAO (Computer Assisted Ordering Associate) to manage shelf maximums (shelf max) for all SKUs.
• Proactively stock shelves when out-of-stocks occur and backstock is available, or when independent contractors do not meet stocking expectations.
• Secure/sell display activity and build displays as needed
• Secure product demonstration activity and order cases to support these events
• Responsible for shelf management:

• Facings – Resets – Sign Management – Not in-stock – Pricing – Coupons – Shelf Tags

• Ensure timely processing of Vendor Credit Memos (VCMs) and Vendor Price Reduction Agreements (VPRAs).
• Maintain proper store call frequency that align with key store personnel availability.
• Prompt communication of store issues to AM
• Conduct regular checks for code dates and ensure proper product rotation.
• Manage balanced weekly orders for DSD/DSDS (Direct Store Delivery/Direct Store Delivery-Single Order) accounts.
• Demonstrate expertise in the use of EAGLE Eye and Retail IQ tools.
• Report in-store conditions utilizing company technology and systems:

• Not-in-stock scans, display performance and demo bookings, new item distribution, GAPs

• Build and maintain positive working relationships with store personnel and company management.
• Execute additional assignments or special projects as directed by the Area Manager.

Commissaries with Strategic, Operational and Tactical Base Manager Positions:

Strategic BM

Operational BM

Tactical BM

DRY GROCERY

PERISHABLE/HBC

• Blocking and tackling at the shelf
• Blocking and tackling at the shelf
• Promotional Support
• Keeping the shelves full
• Keeping the shelves full
• Securing tough display options
• Work with Independent contractors
• Work with Independent contractors
• Display period execution
• New Item Speed to Shelf (STS)
• New Item Speed to Shelf (STS)
• Pushing OTBs during season
• Seasonal promotions
• Signs and coupons
• Signs and coupons
• DeCA rack and cooler program execution
• All VCMs and VPRAs
• All VCMs and VPRAs
• Distributor inventory management – OTB and deletes
• DSD Weekly orders – Meat, Produce, Muscle Foods
• Front End Management
• Perishable Focus
• Product Rotation
• Relationship upselling
• DSD Weekly orders – Meat, Produce, Muscle Foods
• DSD weekly orders will be the responsibility of the Operational BM when there are 3 roles at one store

Joint Work for Strategic, Operational and Tactical BM’s

• Resets, both section and full store

Comprehensive training will be provided for your specific role. Flexibility is essential, as you may be required to assist with or cover additional roles as operational needs arise.

Lifting requirements, temperature restraints and other working conditions and requirements:

• Assemble, install, and relocate various types of racks—some weighing up to 100 lbs.—with assistance from team members as needed.
• Build displays of up to 40lb case weight
• Work in freezer conditions at 0°F.
• Travel for store resets with durations of 1 to 5 days including overnight stays as needed.
• Occasional outside case lot sales and weekend special events.
• Military base access is required, and candidates must pass a background check.Access is granted directly by the military, not by EURPAC. Existing military base access is highly preferred.
• It will be necessary to have access to a computer, printer, and smart phone, and download information from websites.
• Preference will be given to qualified candidates who are not currently employed by a competitor.
• Weekly work schedules may fluctuate based on client and customer needs.

Pay rate is $18-$20 per hour and 20 hours per week.

It is necessary to have access to a computer, printer and smart phone, and download information from websites.

EURPAC Service, Inc. maintains a drug-free workplace. All employees are required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening.

It is the policy and practice of Eurpac Service, Inc., to provide employment opportunities to all qualified persons on an equal basis. The Company will not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her age, race, color, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender/gender identity, national origin, or because he or she is an individual with a disability or disabled veteran, Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, or active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran, or thereinafter referred collectively as "protected veterans" or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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