MERCHANDISING

Perishable Merchandiser Manager

Job Description:

This position reports to the Merchandising Manger and Space Management technicians to develop and/or modify sets for implementation at store level. Works with associates in both training and execution of multiple projects. Provides direction and oversees from a manager's role, while limiting actual physical contributions.

Minimum requirements:

Applicants must have a High School Diploma or GED is required. Minimum of four (4) years space management and merchandising analysis experience is required. Must have a current valid driver's license.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Project Execution and Completion
  
• Works with Project Merchandisers, Supervisor and Department Managers on a timeline for project completion.
• Coordinates equipment delivery and installation to support individual projects.
• Works with expanded department and assortment issues- Fresh Meat, Wet Produce, Deli, Dairy and Frozen Foods.
• Identifies and trains associates to perform tasks in the field.
• Schedules and communicates to all groups the timeline for the project.
• Issues status reports to management on each project weekly through completion.
  
  Floor-plan Maintenance
  Responsible for:
  
• Floor plan checks prior to Space Management processing of all new and remodeled stores.
• Department Check against completed schematics for accuracy.
• Coordinates the tools associated with total store packages.
• Supply Perishable Order Guides and Policies Manuals.
• Schematics.
• Floor plans/ check-off sheet.
• Field adjustments reconciled to final plans.
• Verification of accuracy on all floor plans.
  
  Department Equipment
  
• Identifies and help coordinate the delivery and installation of any equipment needed on project.
• Works with the Merchandising Supervisor on any and all delivery and install dates necessary to complete a project.
• Verifies delivery status on each individual project.
  
  Associate Training
  Trains vendor and department associates in:
  
• Equipment installation
• Order writing
• Stocking and back up ordering
• Schematic adjustments
• Demographic adjustments

Skills:

• PC skills with experience in Windows based applications strongly preferred.