A&L Foods has an immediate need for a Seasonal Full-Time Merchandiser. The position will serve the Chicago, IL area. You will be responsible for merchandising specialty foods and delivering superior in-store customer service at large retail grocery stores. The ideal candidate will be customer service oriented, motivated, and a self-starter.

The job is a Monday-Friday work schedule beginning immediately and until May 1st . The hourly pay is $18.00 to $20.00 per hour, depending on experience.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Organize, rotate, and stock shelves during each store visit. Ensure all products are tagged, in their appropriate location and set to shelf standards.
• Remove items that are out-of-code or not selling per customer guidelines.
• Build displays and create themes to increase sales volume and support holiday/ special promotions.
• Manage stores within assigned territory timely and efficiently.
• Assists in placement of appropriate POS material to increase promotional effectiveness.
• Maintain proficient product knowledge.
• Ability to travel throughout assigned territory on a regular and frequent basis.
• Other duties as needed/assigned.

What You Need:

• High school diploma or equivalent and previous retail/grocery merchandising experience.
• Valid driver's license and insurance required. Reliable transportation and ability to travel frequently throughout assigned territory.
• Flexibility to meet the needs of the customer; position may work variable hours.
• Knowledge of proper product handling and ability to lift 50-75 pounds. Frequent stooping, bending, standing and kneeling.
• Ability to work weekends as needed.
• Superior customer service and interpersonal skills required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and excellent organization skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced, high volume environment.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Why join A&L Foods? In business since 1938, A&L Foods remains one of the last local family owned and operated food distribution companies in the country. We are a unique specialty food distributor servicing national and regional chain stores, large institutional accounts, independent grocers, specialty/ gourmet stores, delis, restaurants, nursing homes, hospitals and schools. Now in our third generation, A&L Foods remains committed to our customers. If you want to join a growing team with the opportunity for long-term personal and career success, apply today!

To Apply: Please submit your cover letter and resume for consideration.

Phone calls and emails regarding this job posting are not accepted.

A&L Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer.