Retail Merchandisers Needed ASAP

Looking for candidates local to Portland, ME only.

The Retail Merchandiser provides consistent, quality service within a specific customer or independent customer location. Services can include but are not limited to stocking and merchandising products at shelf, providing reset support in remodels and new stores, executing continuity/Home Store and cycle coverage programs for a particular group of customers and may include ordering of products. At times the Retail Merchandiser will assist in stretch projects where needed. The Retail Merchandiser can receive directions from Sr. Retail Merchandiser, Retail Merchandising Coordinator/Supervisor/Manager/or Director.

Ability to read, understand and implement planograms in store. Visits retailers on Home Store or Field Sales program on a provided schedule, to execute customer specific plans. Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for the location
Rotate stock and remove out-of-code products. Process Merchandise returns and issue credits according to company policy.
Interpret and facilitate internal reports related to assigned project. Seize opportunities to increase sales through creative merchandising Techniques. Sell promotional and sales programs as assigned. Follow through on customer product requests.
Responsible for maintaining effective business relations with customers and UNFI Stakeholders, this is accomplished through in-person interactions at store, via phone calls, and emails to the sales team and customers.
Order products that align with customer needs and effectively display them in stores. Assist in hanging Shelf Tags, and promotional POS/POP Materials and resets.
Develop and implement action plans with assistance from Supervisor or Account Manager on assigned projects. Ensure project deadlines are met and completed within budget.
Positively Engage customers on the full Professional Services Portfolio to strengthen customer/UNFI relationship.
Auto Insurance levels that meet UNFI requirements.
Minimum 1-year related experience in Retail or Distribution.
Prior customer service experience in a retail setting.
Food related product experience desired.
Basic computer skills involving Microsoft Suite of Software.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.
This position requires the associate to perform all duties at one of our UNFI locations, such as a distribution center or office.

Local Travel (major):
~ Travel is required up to (95)% for this position.

Daily travel is required and access to a vehicle is necessary
Ability to get in and out of car multiple times per day
Drive to and from accounts safely in city, rural and expressway conditions
Able to tolerate exposure to store and warehouse conditions including wide variances in temperature, dust and dirt
About UNFI: We are North America's premier grocery wholesaler, delivering the widest variety of fresh, branded, and owned brand products to community grocers and retail chains alike. A pioneer in natural and organic foods, we are growing and transforming to meet the needs of an evolving workplace. Organic, Natural and Conventional Food | Wholesale Food Distributors | UNFI

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), for Washington-specific paid time off details.

paid holidays and parental leave; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.

UNFI's compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company's sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act .