Merchandiser - CDI

Connecticut Distributors • Stratford, CT

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Merchandiser works with the sales and marketing departments to service and merchandise a defined account universe based on house and supplier marketing guidelines. Primary location Hartford, Newington, Avon.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to hold a Solicitor’s Permit where required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate a motor vehicle.
• Must be a results oriented professional with excellent verbal/written communication skills using diplomacy and discretion as well as strong customer service skills.
• Ability to multi-task, work independently and/or within a team, pays attention to detail and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Maintains supplier POS and merchandising inventory by managing inventory status and organizing merchandise.
• Installs and builds displays by working with customers and sales management in the coordination of timing and location of displays.
• Maximizes pull through of products by stocking shelves and displays (where legally permissible).
• Executes resets (cold box, shelf, back bar) by working with customers and sales management to coordinate timing and specifics of plan.
• Processes orders to draft department (where applicable) by communicating and filing necessary paperwork relevant to the requirements of the account.
• Manages all administrative functions that are applicable to POS, to include but not limited to, POS requests, pickups and deliveries by filing all necessary paperwork.
• Maintains pitch book by photographing all display, shelf, back bar, window display, lobby display, and cold box work.
• Participates in general sales meetings and one on one meetings with direct supervisor by preparing necessary recaps and gaining an understanding of company priorities.
• Assists in the preparation for meetings and events by working with all applicable departments to identify merchandising requirements, pulling the POS and installing the merchandising materials as necessary.
• Completes all necessary training programs by attending, participating, and passing all required tests as defined by management. (e.g.Sales Trainings).
• Maintains professional and industry knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications and establishing personal networks.
• Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Benefits

• CDI is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here. if you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. CDI seeks and values individuals of all backgrounds and cultures. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED