Job description
SALES MERCHANDISER
The Dietz & Watson Sales Merchandisers’ main job function is to optimize sales and create brand awareness in a retail deli setting. A Sales Merchandiser should have the knowledge of our products as it relates to the industry.
The responsibilities of a Dietz & Watson Merchandiser are listed below but not limited to:
- Consistently provide coverage to all stores within assigned territory based on store ranking
- Make regular store visits documenting all concerns/problems (i.e. shortages, equipment problems, ordering issues, etc.) and addressing these concerns in a timely manner
- Build and maintain customer relationships by displaying high-level customer service techniques to deli managers, employees, and store customers
- Possess the knowledge and ability to both create and market Dietz & Watson programs
- Training of all new store deli hires on the merits of Dietz & Watson and refresh training and best practices when needed
- Communicate any information deemed necessary to Merchandiser Manager (i.e. grand openings, store closing, etc.)
- Communicate D&W product knowledge and understand industry competition
- Get to know customer base and understand motivation and sales drivers
- Safely operate a deli slicer
- Set up deli cases and appropriately rotate deli product
- Assemble necessary equipment to use in the setting of cases
- Build and maintain marketing displays using Dietz & Watson Point of Sale (POS)
- Check date codes and out-of-stocks
- Needs to be a self-starter, work in a team environment and or with little or no supervision
- Complete all reports as necessary including store surveys
- Utilizing the monthly sales reports to achieve 100% distribution
- Monitor and explore opportunities for sales growth w/Merchandiser Manager
- Work with management to gage/forecast product ordering needs/inventory levels
- Understand and execute schematics/planograms
- Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment
- Perform special projects outside of assigned territory
Physical Requirements
- Standing, Bending, Twisting
- Ability to lift up to 20 pounds frequently
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasional
- Push /pull carts containing product – occasionally up to 100 lbs.
- Walking
- Reaching
- Use of both hands and arms
- Operate a motor vehicle
- Must be able to work in a safety sensitive position
General Working Conditions/Environment
- Room Temperature while in stores
- At times being in refrigerated cooler areas
Job Requirements
- Must be able to speak, read and write English
- Military experience welcomed
- Must have proficient computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Must possess excellent communication, organization, creativity, and customization skills
- Exercise strong time management skills. Including scheduling, planning and prioritizing workloads
- Must be able to exercise independent decision-making skills on a regular basis
- Creative and innovative thinking
- Occasional weekend work (Special Customer Event)
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1-2 years of customer service/sales experience preferred. Previous deli experience is a plus
- Must have a reliable vehicle and must have a valid driver’s license
- Must be able to pass the company issued Serv Safe test
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