Space Optimization Manager

Pepsi of Worcester & Windham•Holden, MA

126d

About The Position

The SOM is responsible for supporting the Worcester/Windham Sales Teams to drive superior marketplace space management for the distribution and availability of all Pepsi, Gatorade, Lipton, Schweppes & Starbucks products.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years' experience with beverage account selling and merchandising
Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent work experience
Team Player- Willingness to take on any management tasks to help the team.
Ability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings or as needed
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Nice To Haves

Experience in VIP Beverage Sales Software preferred

Responsibilities

Manage and complete all resets in SF & LF accounts to improve and secure space allocation.
Take on the category captain role in all chain resets
Schedule & coordinate chain resets with other LRB vendors, KAM’s and chain store merchandising supervisors
Maintain cooler glide inventory, deliver & assemble racks, shippers and other merch fixtures
Help develop OTS, Chain C-Store, Drug, Food Service & Dollar Channel merchandising programs
Set up coolers & merchandising fixtures for (day of) new account equipment delivery.
Manage the weekly or daily coverage of PSAM,3PO routes/accounts for vacation or PTO days
Actively work with SDL’s, Merchandisers and Presell Managers to drive sales volume, product distribution
Follow and help achieve department’s sales goals on a monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis
Must be knowledgeable on new & existing product D&A plans
Suggest ways to improve sales in stores such as racks, wings, pallet drops etc.
Complete all other duties as assigned