Meat Specialist

Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc. (AWG) is the nation's largest cooperative food wholesaler to independently owned supermarkets, serving over 3,800 locations in more than half of the states in the country from ten distribution centers. In addition to its' cooperative wholesale operations, the company also operates subsidiary companies which provide real estate and supermarket development services, retail accounting, digital marketing services, and is a wholesale supply provider of health and beauty care, general merchandise, specialty/international foods and pharmaceutical supply. If you have a passion for retail, the drive to succeed in a fast-paced industry, we can't wait for you to join the team! Make us your Best Choice!

Position Summary: The Specialist position displays a high degree of professionalism in representing AWG as a counselor to our membership in Meat/Bakery/Deli merchandising. This position plays a major role in educating the retailer on AWG programs that drive same store sales to attain maximum profitability. The Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing promotions and merchandising programs for long term success. All specialists are cross trained to serve the member store in total store operations but the primary focus for this position is Meat/Bakery/Deli merchandising.

Responsibilities:

· Responsible for making regular planned store calls to support the growth of profitable sales while serving as a liaison and communicator between the customer and the company.

· Responsible for interpreting the store departmental financial and operating statements and advising members on the strengths and weaknesses within the operation.

· Performs necessary analysis and planning to assure that the Meat/Bakery/Deli merchandising goals, objectives and priorities for assigned members are established and met within time limits.

· Assist in the development of Meat/ Bakery/Deli allocation programs, i.e., plan o grams.

· Work as a member of the AWG sales team so the total job responsibilities are met. Actions must always stress a sense of cooperation, integrity, tact and consideration with our members, associates and division management.

· Responsible for market analysis of the competitor's Meat/Bakery/Deli merchandising strategies with the ability to analyze the impact and provide advice on countering measures.

· This position requires strong communication and computer skills with the ability to use and learn new technology. The latest technology. Management will be kept informed on planning, analysis, work performed and results. All records required by management must be complete, accurate and submitted on time.

Position Requirements:

Retail grocery store experience preferred. Degree not required, but equivalent work experience in retail preferred; or one to two years related experience and/or training. Excellent Verbal and Written communication skills. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Clean MVR, Safety sensitive position.