What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full-Time Grocery Merchandiser - Ithaca/Elmira, NY Area position at River Valley Foods?
River Valley Holdings is a family-owned food distribution company based in Syracuse, NY and serving retail customers across the northeastern United States. The River Valley family of companies: River Valley Foods, Cavallaro Foods, and Empire Valley distribute a wide range of specialty dry and frozen grocery items out of warehouses in Syracuse, NY.
General Description/Purpose:
The Retail Grocery Merchandiser is integral to driving business growth and supports our commitment to building lasting and productive customer relationships through our full-service program. The successful candidate demonstrates attention to detail, exceptional visual presentation skills, and the business acumen to meet customer needs through active listening and open, effective communication.
Wages:
- $42,000 - $46,000 per year
Job Responsibilities:
- Consistently deliver exceptional customer service and build productive customer relationships.
- Stock product, arrange product on shelves, and rotate product to ensure freshness.
- Build displays, implement planograms, and reset sections to add items or optimize shelf placement.
- Cleaning and dusting of product and shelving.
- Order product to maintain inventory levels, as needed.
- Perform additional job duties as required.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must have a valid state issued driver’s license and reliable personal transportation
- Daily travel required, must be available for occasional, position dependent overnight travel
- Available to work weekends and/or a variable schedule as required
- Ability to effectively communicate and present information
- Strong organizational skills and a fundamental understanding of sales processes
- Ability to adapt and demonstrate flexibility in managing numerous, competing priorities
- Proven critical thinking skills and a proactive approach to problem solving
- Strong computer skills – Email/Outlook, Electronic Ordering/PDA, Word, Excel
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least one year of experience in a sales based customer service role; grocery experience preferred
Physical Requirements:
- Able to routinely lift up to 50 pounds
- Able to stand, walk, lift and bend to service lower shelves for extended periods of time
Benefits:
We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
- Flexible Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) & Roth IRA with company match
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Purchase Program
River Valley Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Salary : $42,000 - $46,000