Utility Merchandiser

Company: Jacent Strategic Merchandising
Location: Charleston
Posted on: January 15, 2022

Job Description:

Utility Merchandiser

The Utility Merchandiser role consists of an on-call individual who can improve the consumer buying experience by creating merchandising solutions in stores throughout the territory as needed. The utility merchandiser s duties include but are not limited to cultivating relationships with in-store management, executing merchandising resets, building retail displays, and managing the merchandising of impulse items displayed on clip strips & j-hooks in specific areas of supermarkets. They are also responsible for the proper implementation of plan-o-grams, new item placement, void corrections, stock rotation, and building displays. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, quick learner, has a strong attention to detail, and works well in independent situations. They must possess excellent organizational skills, strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with business partners.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain store presentation standards through building displays, fixture installation, store sets, shelf maintenance, down stock, retrofits, inventory reconciliation, display maintenance, and POP installation
• Identify opportunities for incremental display space to drive volume goals
• Cover multiple stores daily on an assigned route
• Build relationships with business partners and store management
• Assist and monitor customer satisfaction
• Collaborate with supervisor on all significant initiatives (new product introductions, contests, etc.)
• Maintain full distribution and display of products on assigned accounts
• Understand and demonstrate safe work practices at all times to ensure a safe work environment.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned by supervisor.
  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  
  • Strong organizational skills with ability to schedule your time efficiently
  • Competitive drive to succeed
  • Available morning and afternoon hours, Monday-Friday
  • Flexible and adaptable to change
  • Ability to work efficiently with a high level of independence and initiative, self-motivated
  • Problem-solving ability
  • Detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment
  • Ability to read and follow planograms and assemble store fixtures and displays
  • Be a proactive, good problem solver, and possess excellent communication skills
  • Have excellent time management skills and a commitment to meeting tight deadlines
    Experience and Credentials
    
    • High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience required
    • Must be 18 or older
    • 1 to 2 years previous merchandising, grocery or retail sales experience preferred
    • Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and be on feet for 3 to 8 hours
    • Must have reliable transportation
    • Must have reliable access to a computer, internet and printer to use for company related business; like ordering, GPS tracking, and time recording
    • Must be computer literate and able to operate a smart phone or tablet utilizing different applications and internet for company business, like ordering, GPS tracking, and time recording
    • Must be able to read, speak and understand English Associated topics: buyer, inventory, merchandise, purchase, raw material, ship, shipment, store, supplier, supply chain

Keywords: Jacent Strategic Merchandising, Charleston , Utility Merchandiser, Other , Charleston, South Carolina