Job details
Job type full-time
Full job description
Company:
Us0022 sysco central florida, inc.
Zip code:
32254
Minimum level of education:
Bachelor’s degree
Minimum years of experience:
5 years
Employment type:
Full time
Travel percentage:
0
Position summary
Manages group of merchandising associates at specified site(s)
Collaborate with market directors to execute market replenishment to achieve kpi goals
Accountable for the overall performance, management and development of the site merchandising department
Achieve department and company goals which includes but is not limited to: exemplary customer order fulfillment while managing inventory to the optimal dso (days supply on hand), support site profitability through product cost and equity management, participate and support sales growth strategies, deploy inbound logistic strategies, drive replenishment strategy that contributes to warehouse operational efficiencies.
Drive execution of corporate strategies such as category management and product assortment management consisting of both national and local assortments to meet sales demands in collaboration with regional vice president of merchandising (rvpm).
Essential functions/ responsibilities:
Build, manage and develop site merchandising team through regular department meetings; on-going interaction & communication; monitor associate morale; and respond to ideas to improve associate engagement and enablement
Interprets, trains and consistently reinforces company policies, procedures and tools
Manage site planners and align with market replenishment team to achieve inventory management service level, dso (days supply on hand), a&o (aging & obsolete), and spoilage goals while maximizing operational efficiencies
Drive and support corporate and market initiative implementation through all site functions to achieve/exceed annual operating plan
Manage item cost (product and freight) accuracy
Align with rvpm to execute activities that grow company gross margin and earned income
Manage shrink and approve credits as needed
Provide field feedback to the region, market and corporate teams for action and/or alignment
Participate in supplier and broker reviews to evaluate sales and gross profit growth opportunities
Monitor market analytics (npd) to increase market share
Support cross functional item assortment management process
Required minimum education/experience:
5+ years management/professional experienceSignificant category management, merchandising and/or operations experience within a retail, wholesale or distribution environment preferred.
Bachelor`s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in lieu of degree sufficient to successfully perform essential job functions.
Preferred qualifications
Master’s degree
Strong excel skills
Certifications and/or technical requirements:
Abilities and skills:
Ability to build high-performing teams & enable a culture of best practices
Ability to manage conflict and reach quick resolution with facts and dialogue
Ability to work cross functionally and build relationships across the organization/enterprise
Ability to communicate effectively with individuals of different backgrounds
Demonstrated ability to adapt to and lead change
Proactive attitude of identifying and addressing issues as they arise
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Strong written & verbal communications skills
Ability to develop & implement innovative strategies to maximize sales & gross profit potential while driving customer loyalty & sales consultant engagement
Ability to successfully perform job requirements in a remote work environment
Work environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.
Travel 10%
Important: this role is considered a talent pipeline for region and market leadership rolesAny individual who is offered and accepts this role must be willing to relocate to be considered for further advancement.
Notice: the above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the environment and level of work being performed by this jobThis job description in no way states or implies that the duties and responsibilities listed are the only tasks to be performed by the associate in this jobThe associate will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by his or her supervisor.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job description supersedes prior job descriptionsWhen duties and responsibilities change and develop, the job description will be reviewed and is subject to changes of business necessity.
Benefits information:
Candidates who start work in the months of may, june, july and august 2021 may be eligible for medical and prescription drug plan coverage effective on their date of hire*Standard eligibility rules and timelines apply to all other sysco benefits, including additional healthcare benefits options, retirement benefits, vacation, and paid sick leavePlease visit https://syscobenefits.com/careers to view additional benefits information*exceptions/exclusions may apply
How we protect our associates
Covid-19 precaution(s):
Personal protective equipment and masks provided
Temperature screenings
Social distancing guidelines in place
Sanitizing, disinfecting, and cleaning procedures in place
Overview:
Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distributionWith over 57,000 associates and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, sysco operates approximately 326 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 625,000 customer locations.
We offer our associates the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectationsWe’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our teamCome grow with us and let us show you why sysco is at the heart of food and service.
Affirmative action statement:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the united states.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.
This opportunity is available through sysco corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.
