⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Category Sales Assistant

Associated Wholesale Grocers•Kansas City, KS

35d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position will support the Category Managers with the day-to-day activities used to drive sales and achieve department and category objectives. This position will collaborate with internal and external associates to accomplish goals promptly.

Requirements

College degree prefer but not required
Consumer Products Goods or related industry
Knowledge of AWG systems preferred to include SCM, PComm, Balances, OnDemand, Peoplesoft
Minimum of 6 months previous customer service experience
Microsoft Office experience required; strong Excel knowledge preferred
Must be able to multi-task easily and efficiently with strong communication skills
Must possess excellent prioritization skills
Must be detail oriented and have good organizational skills
Must be a team player
Attention to Detail - Must be able to manage a significant amount of detail and accurately enter/maintain it across several systems in a timely manner.
Prioritization and Time Management – Must be able to effectively organize and prioritize daily tasks. Partner with Category Manager to ensure priorities are correct and deadlines are met.
Problem Solving – Must be able to identify issues and work with peers and team to resolve them quickly.
Collaborates - Works cooperatively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.
Customer focus - Establishes and maintains effective customer relationships.
Communicates effectively - Provides timely and helpful information to others across the organization.
Ensures accountability - Establishes clear responsibilities and processes for monitoring work and measuring results.

Responsibilities

Review, verify and setup new vendors and new items as requested by the Category Manager in an accurate and timely fashion across multiple systems
Process item maintenance, cost changes, and freight adjustments for vendors with accuracy daily
Enter, track and process billing each period
Communicate effectively across all departments, including Inventory Management, Center Store, Accounting, AWG Brands and warehouse teams
Assist with deduction resolution as needed
Interact with vendor partners to ensure accurate item maintenance
Communicates and interacts with cross-functional departments at AWG
Compile and run data reports as requested by the Category Manager
Assist with special projects and other assigned duties