Produce Merchandiser

Job Summary

·         A Produce Merchandiser is responsible for leading the Ideal Market’s growth initiative for selling the finest fresh produce. His position requires a wide range of skills from high-level thinking to tactical category development. In this role, the candidate will develop new accounts and expand the presence of Ideal Market in the fresh produce category.

Responsibilities and Duties

·         Consistently research the marketplace for new opportunities and stay current with competitor performance within the market.

·         Responsible for assisting and making recommendations to procurement, operation and training departments to ensure the Fresh Produce category is on track with growth targets.

·         Provide leadership and guidance to the Purchasing Department with seasonal product sourcing.

·         Responsible for creating and executing training sessions to increase the education and ability level of Produce Department.

·         Teach handling and care product; effectively working with allocate space, merchandising techniques, etc.

·         Provide regular feedback to ensure continuous development in improving and enhancing the team to achieve company growth objective.

·         Maintain appropriate inventory to meet customer demand while maximizing inventory turns and controlling shrink.

·         Provide timely and effective communication with Sales Department including but not limited to market conditions, product quality and availability, new items, and applications.

·         Review daily financials and utilize strategic pricing strategies to ensure profitability and sales growth targets are being met or exceeded and profit plan realized. 

Position Requirements

·         Strong in-depth knowledge of fresh produce and seasonality

·         Must know and understand produce department layouts

·         Customer Service Oriented

·         Creativity, innovation, and flexibility is a must

·         Excellent interpersonal skills and positive attitude

·         Detail oriented and organized

·         Team player, self-motivated, and independent thinker