Sysco
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US1749 FreshPoint Chicago, Division of Bix Produce
60623
$88,300.00 - $132,500.00
The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors.
You may be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.
For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com
JOB SUMMARY
Assist in leading a team of category merchandisers who are responsible for the growth of revenue and margin in specific product categories. The Merchandising Manager will assist in the development and execution of strategy for each category through:
Vendor/Supplier management – builds relationships and conducts financial negotiations with suppliers
Product Mix – develops and manages the vendors, suppliers, and products available
Pricing – maintains competitive and relevant pricing
Logistics - works with logistics to optimize supplier shipping performance
Marketing – positions products through web placement, categorization, and marketing efforts
Reporting – makes decisions based on reporting and provides status and timelines merchandising team members
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Leads and inspires the team to deliver high-quality category strategies
Works to foster teamwork within the department and to cultivate a team environment
Assists in strategy development and category financial forecasting with Category Merchandisers for each category
Provide analytics and reporting on the Top 10 suppliers
Make recommendations to management on category improvements
Participates in “Strategic” supplier meetings with Category Merchandisers when available and/or necessary
Assists in providing input for marketing, communication, and promotional activities
Assists in category management activities and projects
Works closely with the Admin/Project Manager to set priorities, timelines, and results reporting
Develops SOPS and training materials for merchandising
Manages the supplier rebate table and meets with accounting to forecast
Coordinates the Merchandising training programs for the organization
Transfers knowledge from category management initiatives to the organization to improve the sales and profitability of the company
Handles Customer Service/sales issues where and when appropriate
Keep updated on all contracts and well versed on competitive programs and changes within the supply base
Works cross-functionally with sales, marketing, logistics, IT and accounting to support company goals
Other duties as assigned
Undergraduate degree in business and/or minimum
3 years’ experience in online merchandising
Leadership qualities and ability to coach and supervise
Exceptional organization and attention to detail
Strong mathematical and analytical skills
Negotiation skills
3 years of planning and/or management experience
Intermediate to Microsoft skills: Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project management software
Exceptional organizational skills
Strong communication skills: written and verbal
Independent thinker
Attention to detail
Excellent people skills and the ability to establish a rapport with a wide variety of people from diverse backgrounds
Ability to write short correspondence
Ability to speak and write English in a clear, understandable manner
Ability to accurately follow detailed procedures and processes
Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work with a diverse group of people
Ability to work comfortably under pressure
Ability to prioritize and work multiple tasks and exceeds deadlines
Ability to work independently and with a group on various on-going projects simultaneously
Effectively communicate with internal and external customers (management, co-workers, vendors, and customers.)
Must be able to perform basic arithmetic calculations (e.g., addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentage functions.)
Ability to concentrate for extended periods of time
Must have the ability to carry out instructions furnished in both oral and written form
Ability to act in an ethical, honest and professional manner at all times
Desire to work independently as well as in a team environment
Maintain discretion with all company information regarding customers, pricing, products, and procedures
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time
Must be able to bend, reach and stoop occasionally to reach file cabinets, boxes, etc
Must be able to look at a computer screen for prolonged periods of time and type
Requires the ability to read written instructions, reports and other documentation
The employee must occasionally lift, carry and/or move up to 30 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
The employee frequently is required to talk or hear
The noise level in the work environment is usually light to moderate
Working Conditions
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.
We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.
This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.
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