Grocery Merchandising Representative

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in South Dakota.

📋 Description

• Drive sales in the Center Store by implementing effective shelf management strategies and utilizing selling tools in AWG member stores.

• Promote new items, conversions, distribution gaps, and optimal shelf placement throughout the AWG Center Store portfolio.

• Carry out category shelf work according to planograms.

• Support new store tagging, resets, remodels, new equipment, and shelving initiatives.

• Achieve monthly focus objectives, which include promotional opportunities, pallets, and shippers.

• Collaborate with brokers and vendors on designated store projects.

• Propose category layouts and shelf allocations, placing emphasis on AWG Brands and HGS items.

• Offer placement insights and recommendations by leveraging planograms and sales data.

• Recommend products, product lines, and promotional strategies; analyze slow-moving items to stimulate orders.

• Oversee sales performance within the designated territory.

• Assist in training members on AWG center store retail programs.

• Provide merchandising concepts and support for end caps, supplemental advertisements, digital coupons, and demo programs.

• Complete necessary territory reporting for the Center Store Sales Manager.

• Travel 60–80%, which may include some overnight trips.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; high school diploma required.

• 5 years of experience in the grocery industry.

• Background in marketing or sales.

• Strong merchandising capabilities.

• Excellent customer service skills.

• Proficient in using tools such as screwdrivers, hammers, power drills, saws, and similar equipment.

• Valid driver's license.

• Willingness to travel daily and stay overnight as needed.

• Capable of lifting 40 lbs. or more.

• Ability to bend, stand, and sit for extended periods.

• Deep understanding of the retail grocery landscape.

• Sales experience engaging with key accounts.

• Experience in managing personnel.

• Outstanding communication skills with all levels of retail management.

• Strong attention to detail and effective time management abilities.

• Capacity to make data-driven item-placement decisions utilizing supported sales data.

• Self-motivated and capable of achieving set goals with minimal oversight.

• Ability to cultivate and expand professional relationships with AWG divisional leadership and key equity groups.

• Highly adaptable, able to handle various tasks while adhering to multiple deadlines.

• Proficient in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.

• Available on short notice when necessary.

• Must reside within 30 miles of the assigned location in Rapid City, South Dakota.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance.

• Health Savings Account.

• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account.

• Paid Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time.

• 401(k) with a 4% match along with three additional contributions.

• Tuition Reimbursement.

• Basic & Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance.

• Employee Assistance Program.

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage.

• Wellness Program.

• Annual Holiday Bonus.