Merchandising Assistant

Employment Type Full time

Compensation Range The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco’s actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors

Job Profile Summary Responsible for developing, managing and delivering support services to the organization's sales force. Activities include: • Processing orders from customers and resolving complaints • Advising customers on product shortages, expected delivery dates, price changes, etc. • Acting as a liaison between customers, production and distribution departments • Selecting, managing and training on sales-related systems & databases (e.g., CRM: customer relationship management systems, ETMS: electronic territory management systems, etc.) • Assisting sales teams with an individual account and sales territory planning • Assisting sales teams with sales reporting

Description

JOB SUMMARY

Entry-level role assisting in a variety of duties within the merchandising function. Inventory replenishment, pricing products with oversight and administrative support. The purpose of the role is to ensure continuous hands-on inventory management.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain appropriate stock levels of supplies, ingredients or products within the area of oversight.

• Manage POs (purchase order), price inventory (with oversight), effectively communicate with suppliers, minimal price negotiation.

• Work with internal QC and suppliers on any quality mis-ship or inventory return issues.

• Provide Merchandising Administrative support running reports etc.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Bachelors preferred

Experience

• 1-year experience desired but not required

Professional Skills

• Proficient in MS Office, detail-oriented, good verbal and written communication skills.

• Describe the most important decisions made by this position.

• Most important decisions made fully independently:

• Keeping an adequate inventory level for needs while maximizing buy efficiencies.

• Most important decisions made with review and approval of other individuals or supervisors (include the reviews/approvals required):

• Negotiate to price with suppliers and pricing of inventory internally with approval from Purchasing Director or Vice President.

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Overview Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law. This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.