HGS Merchandising Assistant

Associated Wholesale Grocers • Kansas City, KS

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Assist Category Managers and Buyers in all aspects of the department with
primary responsibility for setting up and maintaining new items. Contact
brokers, vendors, and sales
representatives for needed information by the department. Create documents pertinent to item
and category information or as requested by Category Manager. Enter store orders
in the system. Track and monitor purchase orders and SSO orders. Create reports
for Buyers and Category Managers on a weekly basis or as needed. Assist in the
billing of manufacturers and vendors for appropriate charges.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, with advanced Excel knowledge
• Skilled in displaying quantitative information in visual formats (Excel, PowerPoint, PDF).
• Detail oriented, organized and accurate, with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines
• Strategic thinker who identifies opportunities for process improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness
• Natural inquisitiveness to exploring data and looking for insights to drive business decisions.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills. Excellent planning and project management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

• College degree preferred, but not required
• Consumer Product Goods or related industry experience

Responsibilities

• Provide both internal team members and retail members with excellent customer service.
• Run reports for buyers and Category Managers to help them manage the business.
• Check on late PO’s as well as tracking the delivery dates with traffic and vendors.
• Print and rekey buyer outs on a daily basis.
• Set up new items and maintain item and vendor integrity in our system.
• Research and respond to retailer inquiries
• Work in DemandTec as needed in creating and accepting deals and swells.
• Create and monitor item surveys, show and otherwise.
• Assist vendors and brokers with information about their items, pertaining to  HGS promotions.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time
• 401(k) with 4% match along with 3 other contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Basic & Supplemental Life and AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Wellness Program
• Yearly Holiday Bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed