Associate Merchandising Analyst

About the role

As an Associate Merchandising Analyst, you will negotiate and close down gross profit opportunities, as well as negotiate and execute promotional merchandising programs for our independent retailers. You will work closely with our vendor and broker community.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and execute promotional merchandising programs with vendors and manufacturers (weekly ads, bi-annual food shows, marketing events)
• Negotiate opportunities with vendors and manufacturers maximizing profitable inventories by creating logistical and administrative efficiencies
• Learn the functions of various systems and reports for daily usage
• Manage reconciliation of vendor rebate programs to ensure accuracy and timeliness of payments from the vendor community
• Set up and maintain item and vendor data integrity, including pricing, item accuracy, item changes, item assortment, category marketing info, and lost income resolution
• Work on special projects with Senior Analysts and Managers, such as representing division on specific weekly conference calls, food show coordination, retail merchandising, and other projects
• Work cross-functionally with the Procurement team on excess inventory resolution
• Interface with other C&S departments, vendors, and retail customers for resolutions regarding invoicing or deduction management

Requirements

• 1–2 years of wholesale or retail industry experience preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in General Studies

Skills

• Basic computer skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to successfully prioritize multiple tasks and responsibilities simultaneously

Work environment

• Office setting (temperature 65°F to 75°F)
• No travel required

Company overview

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases, and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South, and Northeast.

Job Area: Merchandising – Keene | Job Family: Procurement | Job Code: JC0071 | Job Type: Full time | ReqID: R-269080