Sales Merchandising Rep

Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a

Sales Merchandising Rep 

We offer excellent benefits and competitive pay with great

growth opportunities!

Hours:  Monday - Friday 7:00AM - 3:30PM (Flexibility for Weekends as Needed)

This position will cover Southern MA, and a company car will be provided.  Additional details will be provided during the interview.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Maintain in-store compliance at stores within the assigned geographical area while monitoring and supplying goods of service to each customer.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Ensure displays are set to plan-o-grams

· Check and report product voids

· Maintain ad hoc merchandising

· Manage inventory levels minimizing out of stocks and dump

· Execute all sales programs, POP (point of purchase) materials, and work to maximize sales in each store

· Set new stores and perform required resets

· Manage in-store customer fulfillment programs to include scan-based trading and web-based ordering

· Travel to customer store locations as required within a specific geographical area

· Assist with customer service issues or complaints

· Complete pricing surveys as required

· Perform other duties as assigned

· Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately

· The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

· High school diploma or equivalent preferred

· 2 to 4 years of retail, customer service, or related experience

· Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

· Clean driving record

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

· Excellent customer service skills

· Must live within territory.

· Able to lift up to 40 pounds, bend, life, and move cases of product

· Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills)

· Able to organize time, energy, and resources effectively to achieve goals (i.e., organizational skills)

· Able to follow directions and carry out instructions

· Able to work with accuracy and detail oriented

· Able to adapt and manage to change effectively

· Able to handle challenging or conflict situations with tact and professionalism

· Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans