Merchandiser Coordinator

Hybrid Position: Monday, Thursday, Friday in office, Tuesday and Wednesday work at home. 8:00 AM to 5: 00 PM Interviews: Will be done in person. Preferred Experience 2–4+ years in merchandising, procurement, or supply chain support Experience in foodservice distribution, wholesale, or retail grocery Background supporting category managers, sales teams, or regional operations Proven experience with: Item setup, maintenance, and pricing updates Vendor coordination and communication Promotional execution and tracking Familiarity with multi-location or regional business environments Preferred Skills Data & Systems Skills Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, basic analysis) Experience with ERP or inventory systems Ability to manage large item files (SKUs, costs, attributes) Organization & Execution Exceptional attention to detail Ability to prioritize multiple requests and deadlines Strong follow-through on tasks Communication Clear, professional communication with: Category managers Sales teams Ability to translate business needs into clear actions Problem Solving Identify and resolve item, pricing, or supply discrepancies Proactively escalate issues impacting sales or operations Knowledge Areas Vendor programs and rebates Inventory flow and supply chain basics Category structure (center of plate, produce, dry, etc.) Understanding of sales impact drivers : Availability Promotions Behavioral Traits (Critical for Success) Highly detail-oriented Ensures accuracy in item data, pricing, and promotions Proactive & ownership mindset Anticipates issues before they impact the field Takes responsibility for outcomes Organized & process-driven Builds structure in a fast-moving environment Keeps work clean and traceable Works effectively across merchandising, sales, and operations teams Acts with urgency on business-critical requests Adaptable Handles shifting priorities and changing business needs Success Profile (What Great Looks Like) Accurate item and pricing setup with minimal errors On-time execution of promotions and programs Strong support for category managers and PSA teams Quick resolution of field issues impacting sales Reliable partner to merchandising leadership Summary Experience: Merchandising, supply chain, or sales support (2–4+ years) Skills: Excel, organization, communication, problem-solving Traits: Detail-oriented, proactive, organized, collaborative, dependable #J-18808-Ljbffr