Job Overview
Schedule: Monday - Friday; start time 5am
The Field Merchandising Analyst position is responsible for all administrative and analytical duties for the merchandising department. This position will support a team of Merchandising Supervisors and will report directly to the Area Sales Manager.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Monitors proper staffing levels to ensure optimal customer service through effective hiring and training of full and part-time bulk merchandisers
- Responsible for interviewing candidates and onboarding
- Files correspondence and records policy acknowledgments, corrective actions, and training completions
- Oversees the device set up and maintenance for new merchandisers. Responsible for schedules for all new merchandisers
- Orders and maintains all supplies, including teammate equipment, uniforms, and office supplies
- Manages grievances and coordinates meetings with the Union (if applicable)
- Works with route planning team on optimizing daily routes and provides feedback on daily route plans. Understands available staffing by day regarding full and part-time staff and suggests staffing changes based on business initiatives and trends
- Maintains an open dialogue and meets with District Sales Managers and Bulk Account Developers to review the performance of merchandising team and identify opportunities; also leads the department in implementing company policies and procedures
- Monitors department budget and prepares monthly updates for multiple branches across a Market Unit
- Manage the cost per case for bulk merchandising vs. budget
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Shared company ethics and values
- Basic experience and understanding of DSD business industry, excellent PC skills with advanced skills Excel, PP, and Word, P and L experience preferred
- Union experience preferred
- College or degree not required
- Industry knowledge specifically related to large store sales format and merchandising functional experience
- Ability to collaborate and strongly influence others
- Excellent problem solving, analytical skills
- Strong attention to detail
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
Preferred Qualifications
N/A
Work Environment
Office Environment
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