A&L Foods has an immediate need for a Sales Representative/Merchandiser in the Detroit, MI area. In this role you are responsible for providing superior in-store customer service and for merchandising specialty foods at large retail grocery stores. Be the driver behind continuous sales growth within specified region/customers.

Reporting to the Sales Manager/Supervisor, the pay range is $45,000 to $57,000 depending on level of experience.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Organize, rotate and stock shelves during each store visit. Ensure all authorized items are tagged and in the appropriate location and set to shelf standards.
• Remove items that are out-of-code or not selling per customer guidelines.
• Write customer orders using barcode scanner with Mobi software on mobile tablet.
• Work with store management to secure promotional space. Build displays and create themes to increase sales volume and support holiday/ special promotions.
• Increase promotional effectiveness through strategic placement of appropriate POS material.
• Develop strong relationships with key personnel at both customers' store and regional levels. Investigate and resolve customer questions or complaints and provide courteous customer service.
• Maintain proficient product knowledge.
  Ability to travel throughout assigned territory on a regular and frequent basis. Other duties as needed/assigned.
• Ability to communicate professionally with customer and their shoppers.
• Supervision and scheduling of part-time and/or seasonal merchandising staff as needed.

What You Need:

• High school diploma or equivalent and previous retail/grocery merchandising experience.
• Valid driver's license and insurance required. Reliable transportation and ability to travel frequently throughout assigned territory.
• Flexibility to meet the needs of the customer; position may work variable hours.
• Knowledge of proper product handling and ability to lift 50-75 pounds. Frequent stooping, bending, standing and kneeling.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays as needed.
• Superior customer service and interpersonal skills required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and excellent organization skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced, high volume environment.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Why join A&L Foods? In business since 1938, A&L Foods remains one of the last local family owned and operated food distribution companies in the country. We are a unique specialty food distributor servicing national and regional chain stores, large institutional accounts, independent grocers, specialty/ gourmet stores, delis, restaurants, nursing homes, hospitals and schools. Now in our third generation, A&L Foods remains committed to our customers. If you want to join a growing team with the opportunity for long-term personal and career success, apply today!

To Apply: Please submit your cover letter and resume for consideration.

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A&L Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer.