Merola Tile is a leading national tile distributor that proudly imports high quality, on-trend and emotionally inspiring tiles from around the world to suit a diverse flooring market.

The NJ Division of Merola Tile employs approximately 130 people and distributes tile in the U.S. and Canada through The Home Depot, independently owned tile showrooms, and numerous e-commerce retailers under the Merola Tile, SomerTile, and Elite Tile brand names. SomerTile has been recognized as one of the INC 5000’s fastest growing companies for 3 years straight and named one of New Jersey’s Top Workplaces of 2019, 2020, and 2021.

Role and Responsibilities

• Assist in tracking and managing physical samples for all products of interest
  • Assist warehouse team with drop-off of new samples and log sample arrivals on file
  • Assist team to move samples and keep samples area organized
• Build SKU information and enter product data into Sage 300 ERP and our WMS software
  • Ensure accuracy of product information collected from suppliers
  • Enter data for general product and purchasing related fields while ensuring consistency in our catalog
  • Record and update vendor contract costs for each SKU
• Assist with Meeting Preparation
  • Gather physical samples to meeting venue
  • Assist collecting and compiling notes from team and historic meeting notes
• Maintain good relationships with suppliers and cross functional teams
• Additional tasks as needed, including but not limited to:
  • Assist with gathering data needed for product analysis

Competencies

• Problem Solving-Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Oral Communication-Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Written Communication-Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork-Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Quality-Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity-Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Attendance/Punctuality-Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Physical Requirements:
Regularly stand/sit for extended periods, operate office equipment, perform light-moderate lifting, lift/move up to 80 lbs. occasionally, bend, twist, and maintain posture. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Outlook, Excel, Word.
• Acute attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Data entry experience using an ERP system preferred.
• Experience in ceramic tile industry or having product knowledge of ceramic tiles preferred.
• Some college or technical school, six months to one-year related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Regularly switch between office and warehouse environment. Must be able to stand/sit for extended periods, operate office equipment. Our warehouse is not climate-controlled. This includes sometimes being exposed to the outdoor environment.
• Ability to push/pull/lift up to 75 lbs. occasionally during the shift.

COMPANY CORE VALUES

Merola Tile Fundamentals

We stay true to our mission statement “Improving Homes. Improving Lives.” With our product we improve homes, but it is with our collective effort that we improve lives. Our Fundamentals describe the values, behaviors, principles, and practices that are the foundation of our unique workplace. It explains how we relate to each other, our clients, and even our suppliers. It’s who we are, and it’s what drives our extraordinary success. It’s our commitment to each other to improve our lives.

Merola Fundamentals | Merola Tile

Merola Tile Brands, Benefits, & Perks:

• You'll enjoy coming to work because we have a refreshing company culture that is open, respectful and fun
• Merola Tile Fundamentals, we stay true to our mission statement “improving homes, improving lives” through our 33 fundamentals.
• 9 Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off earned and accrued from first day
• Competitive salary, and bonus structure
• 401(K) eligibility after one month, with company match
• Healthcare Benefits including dental and vision
• Employer Paid Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee discount on tile and stoneware after six (6) months
• Merit-based performance review given after first ninety (90) days with the company
• Company culture events like BBQ's, Ugly Sweater day, t-shirt making events and Halloween costume contest
• Weekly lunches from local businesses

This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer

Merola Tile provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.