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Associated Wholesale Grocers
Springfield, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 1/22/2025 CLOSED ON 2/18/2025

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SUMMARY

Responsible for developing and procuring complete supply of highest quality fruits and vegetables available for resale to member retailers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : The individual must have the ability to perform the responsibilities listed below.

The list is not all inclusive of the duties that may be requested by the department head or a member of upper management but are intended for an understanding of the purpose of the position.

It is the responsibility of each individual at AWG to provide ultimate customer service to our members to support their efforts in increasing same store sales and profits.

  • Develop a network of local suppliers and growers and shippers who can provide highest quality produce at a competitive price.
  • Ensure only quality product is received and shipped by AWG.
  • Provide weekly list of possible ad items to Director of Produce Merchandising.
  • Be aware of special opportunities to purchase product that would lend itself to volume merchandising and sales that can be utilized by members on a direct delivery system.
  • Establish SRP’s weekly to keep members competitive and maintain movement.
  • Adjust internal markup adequate to cover budgeted expenses.
  • Develop program that permits AWG to meet turnover needs as well as provide sufficient supply to fill orders.
  • Provide information to Produce Merchandising Clerk regarding new and discontinued items, and special buy opportunities for our members.
  • Communicate market conditions and changes regularly and on a timely basis to the Sales Manager.
  • Work as a member of the AWG team so the total job responsibilities are met. Actions must always stress a sense of cooperation, integrity, tact, and consideration with our members, associates, and division management.
  • This position requires strong communication and computer skills with the ability to use and learns new technology. Management will be kept informed on planning, analysis, work performed and results.

All records required by management must be complete, accurate, and submitted on time.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. A reasonable accommodation will be considered according to ADA if it would not impose an undue hardship on the operations of the business without significant difficulty or expense.

The accommodation would permit a qualified employee the ability to perform all essential functions of the job within the safety and contractual guidelines of the position.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE : Retail grocery store or grocery wholesale experience preferred. Degree not required, but equivalent work experience in retail preferred;

minimum of years related experience in the preferred fields of grocery retail or wholesale; equivalent combination or education and experience, with minimum years in management.

This position’s basic purpose is to use all available resources to assist the Fresh Sales / Produce Department in continuous growth and financial success.

Last updated : 2024-11-23

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