Field Merchandiser

Family Express Corporation•Valparaiso, IN

26d

About The Position

This is a support position within the marketing department intended to help the company quickly react to market changes and create a competitive advantage within the store by having the right products available for purchase at the right time. Execute merchandising strategies across all store locations, supporting brand consistency and operational efficiency. It is also vital that this position support the management of inventory within the store to ensure accurate product counts. In addition to providing support on larger projects, this position will have a set of assigned stores that they will be responsible for on a regular basis and report progress to the Merchandising Manager daily. Position must work seamlessly with all departments and external stakeholders. Additional responsibilities will include participation in community events, corporate events, and key marketing initiatives. General Purpose : To provide our customers with total satisfaction. To serve our community through volunteerism and produce a return on assets which will assure the future prosperity of our employees and our company. To be an ambassador of our “Living Brand” by building relationships with our customers.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent degree
Previous retail / merchandising experience
Strong writing and verbal communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel
Situational awareness
Attention to detail with a relentless desire to ensure accuracy
Understanding of proper merchandising and retail aptitude
Time management including multitasking, productivity, and a sense of urgency with limited on-site supervision
Strong customer orientation
High performance team building and strong team player
Commitment to company mission and values
Constructively deals with conflict
Adaptability, flexibility and receptive to change
Problem analysis & problem resolution at both strategic & functional level
Effective fact-based decision making based on sound judgment, reasoning and collaboration
Ability to read, write and understand English
Proficient with PowerBI, pricebook, and information management products
Must have flexibility, all days of the week, when necessary and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

Assist in planning for store sets and resets
Execute and teach the snake method of merchandising by touching each item and bringing each label to its fronted and faced position
Ensure stores are following updated planograms and pricing is up to date
Update assigned tasks in Zenput (Basecamp or alternative software) with photos and additional details during category resets
Identify areas within stores for additional merchandising opportunities
Make some minor adjustments to marketing equipment, signage, displays, etc.
Execute store sets, resets and new store openings (including some physical labor tasks)
Verify and assist in execution of marketing plans at store level
Update records of store layouts and marketing equipment as needed
Ensure that all vendors are aware of and comply with the Family Express Corporation vendor policy
Perform inventory counts at store level as necessary
Manage vendor relations related to merchandising, marketing equipment, and displays
Assist in ensuring information accuracy within pricebook and information management systems
Be able to effectively and professionally interact with Family Express personnel, the community, the industry, customers, vendors and stores
Strong organizational skills, demonstrating ability to follow-through with project initiatives in an efficient and timely manner
Possess a level of expertise in the general area of retail marketing.
All other duties as assigned