What are the responsibilities and job description for the Perishable Sales Specialist-Meat position at C&S Wholesale Grocers, Inc.?
Position Overview
Keep our communities fed. Our focus is simple but meaningful, from our distribution centers to our offices — every employee of C&S and their family of companies works to help feed local families, neighbors, and communities. As the Perishable Sales Specialist will consult, advise, and direct retail customer base on the best practices to grow fresh market share and increased perishable revenue and profitability. The position will engage decision makers and Independent Retailers to assist with the sales and merchandising of meat, Deli, and Produce Categories as well as work to increase the volume of products and programs that the company offers.
Job Description
Full Time Location : Dubois, PA
You will contribute by :
Executing quarterly sell programs Supporting Reset Activities, including new store / red-design set-up Providing regular Category Training on new items, merchandising and departmental best practices Informing special activities, demand forecasts, product surveys and promotional bookings Optimizing category assortment and close key category voids in conjunction with Category Management and merchandising / Procurement team(s) Assisting Fresh department managers, owners, and / or supervisors with product selection, training on new products and proper merchandising, retails to establish proper gross profits for departments, assist writing ads using ad program, and maintain the product list with acceptable retails Making routed individual store visits to assist retailers in achieving and maintaining a business relationship with the company, including problem solving, negotiating, and development of programs while securing integrity and trust between our company and the retailer Selling special buy programs and the associated merchandising programs Inform both the retailer and team of competitive activities both locally and nationally Conducting sales of new programs and services; understanding and explaining the company's programs and services to the retailer's buyers / representatives Travel Required : Yes
Environment
Office : Perishable Warehouse (28F to 60F)
We offer :
Weekly Pay Benefits available from day 1 (medical, dental, vision) Company matched 401K PTO and Holiday Pay offered Career Progression Opportunities Tuition Reimbursement Employee Health & Wellness program Employee Discounts / Purchasing programs Employee Assistance Program
We’re searching for candidates with :
An understanding of all technical and managerial supermarket functions [all facets] – some wholesale knowledge [understanding of transportation, schedules, and equipment] Knowledge of product procurement and vendor relations; perishable product and supply chain knowledge Excellent communication skills both oral and written, time management negotiating abilities, problem solving, interpersonal relationship, financials related to supermarkets P&L's Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; Excellent presentation skills Ability to be flexible Food Safety Certified or Food Safety Certification Eligible
Years Of Experience
2-5 : years of retail and wholesale perishables category experience
Qualifications
Associate Degree - General Studies, Bachelor's Degree - General Studies
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Company
Dubois Logistics LLC
About Our Company
DuBois Logistics, LLC is one of the largest wholesale grocery suppliers in the Northeast, and is one of many companies within the C&S Family of Companies, the largest wholesale grocery supply company in the U.S. and the industry leader in supply chain innovation. At Dubois Logistics, We Select the Best® – those with the motivation, pride, and drive to succeed in our fast-paced world. Working Safely is a Condition for Employment with Dubois Logistics, LLc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and considers 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. Company : Dubois Logistics LLC Job Area : Sales - NE Independents Job Family : Sales Job Type : Regular Job Code : JC0682 ReqID : R-260198
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