Retail Schematics Merchandiser

Summary

Retail Schematics Merchandiser

The Retail Schematics Merchandiser is responsible for the recommendation and placement of new items and discontinuation of slower moving items based on the profitability to both the Client and Customer.  This person implements the schematic process at the customer account(s).

 

Job Will Remain Open Until Filled

Responsibilities

The Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.

 

Position Summary

 

The Retail Schematics Merchandiser is responsible for the recommendation and placement of new items and discontinuation of slower moving items based on the profitability to both the Client and Customer.  This person implements the schematic process at the customer account(s).

 

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Schematics, Shelf Standards, and Structure: this role will have general knowledge of all client’s and customer’s standards. They will be familiar with all of the Company’s and competitor’s products.
• Store Resets and Store Remodels: must have the ability to move and arrange product per space allocation, build displays, tag, clean product and complete in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner.
• System Knowledge and Use: working knowledge of space management system (Apollo/Spaceman) and the ability to use creative skills to analyze data.
• Client Relationship Interaction: able to deliver an excellent overall impression and demonstrate strong follow-through in all situations.
• Administration and Reporting: working knowledge of reporting systems; provide reports as required.
• Analysis and Mathematics: able to grasp most mathematical concepts and have the general ability to analyze all projects.
• Client Objectives and Customer Goals: have the ability to identify both the client’s objectives and customer’s goals, while striking a winning balance between the two. In many cases has the ability to develop a collaborative strategy which encourages compromise for the affected parties.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

 

Direct Reports

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports

 

Indirect Reports

This position does not have guidance or mentoring responsibilities for indirect reports

 

Travel and/or Driving Requirements:

• Travel and Driving are not essential duties or functions of this job 

Minimum Qualifications The following are the minimum job-related qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job

Education Level: (Required): High School Diploma or GED  or equivalent experience

                                                          

Field of Study/Area of Experience:  Retail Sales, Merchandising, or Consumer Goods

• 1-3 years of experience in Retail Sales, Merchandising, or Consumer Goods

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Good written communication and verbal communication skills
• Strong prioritization skills
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment
• Flexible and adaptable, able to change and alter according to changes in projects or business environment
• Basic computer skills including familiarity with Word, Excel, and Internet usage

Environmental & Physical Requirements

 

Field / Reps Requirements: Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed in a retail in-store environment. Typically requires the ability to spend 66%+ hours each work day doing the following activities:  engage in considerable physical activity, ability to lift and/or push up to 74 pounds, stand on feet for long periods of time, use products or cook food as appropriate for the demonstration, and may be required to work in extremely cold conditions (i.e. refrigerated and freezer sections). Also required to travel and drive.  The use of proper safety practices when handling the products and/