Full-Time, Hybrid Role
Location: 2215 Union Ave., Sheboygan, WI 53081
Travel Required: Local 3-4 hour driving radius
You will contribute by:
Executing quarterly sell programs
Supporting reset activities, including new store and re-design set-ups
Providing regular category training on new items, merchandising, and departmental best practices
Communicating special activities, demand forecasts, product surveys, and promotional bookings
Optimizing category assortment and closing key category voids in partnership with Category Management and Merchandising/Procurement teams
Assisting department managers, owners, and/or supervisors with product selection; training on new products and proper merchandising; establishing appropriate retail pricing to achieve gross profit goals; assisting with ad writing using the ad program; and maintaining product lists with acceptable retails
Conducting routed individual store visits to support retailers in achieving and maintaining strong business relationships, including problem-solving, negotiating, and program development, while ensuring integrity and trust between the company and retailer
Selling special buy programs and associated merchandising programs
Communicating competitive activities to both retailers and internal teams at the local and national level
Selling new programs and services, and clearly explaining the company’s programs and services to retailer buyers and representatives
Traveling frequently to retail store locations.
We’re searching for candidates with:
Understanding of technical and managerial supermarket functions across all facets
Some wholesale knowledge, including transportation, schedules, and equipment
Knowledge of product procurement and vendor relations, with strong perishable product and supply chain expertise
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong time management, negotiating abilities, problem-solving skills, interpersonal skills, and financial acumen related to supermarket P&Ls
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Strong presentation skills
Ability to be flexible
A valid driver’s license
Food Safety Certified or Food Safety Certification eligible
The ability to travel between stores and stay overnight, if required
Environment:
Office : Office Temperature (65F to 75F)
We offer:
Weekly Pay
Benefits available from day 1 (medical, dental, vision, and more)
Company matched 401k
PTO and Holiday Pay offered
Career Progression Opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Health & Wellness program
Employee Discounts / Purchasing programs
Employee Assistance Program
Every person matters.
We keep our values alive through a culture that embraces differences and ensures that every person matters.
The Fine Print
This Job advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This job advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. This position may be with any affiliate of C&S Wholesale Grocers.
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C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.
Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. C&S Wholesale Grocers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
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