What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Sales Merchandiser position at Fresh Direct Produce?
As one of Canada's Best Managed Companies, Fresh Direct Produce is seeking a savvy Field Sales Merchandiser for the Langley-Abbotsford-Chilliwack (Fraser Valley) area to join our growing team! We have full- and part-time positions available.
We currently have a great opportunity where you will be a strategic partner bridging between our Buying & Sales teams and our customers. Working at the store level with our customers, you, as our Field Sales Merchandiser, will help merchandise Fresh Direct produce items, ensuring our products are displayed and replenished to optimize attraction and sales. The ideal candidate is highly collaborative and will have strong communication skills and a solutions-driven focus.
Primary responsibilities include:
TACTICAL, STRATEGY, AND COMMUNICATION
- Following planograms, create visually appealing displays of diverse Fresh Direct produce items.
- Inspect incoming produce delivery for freshness, quality, and adherence to food safety standards, and proactively check inventory levels and place customer orders in a timely manner
- Assist customers with questions, provide information about products, and offer recommendations.
- Analyze sales data, trends, and customer feedback to identify opportunities for improvement and growth in the Produce department.
- Communicate and build relationships with customers and employees to ensure we exceed the customer’s expectations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Fluent in spoken and written English
- A minimum of 1-year solid hands-on experience working with fresh produce is ideal
- Effective interpersonal and relationship-building is key
- Able to lift a max of 30lbs
- Effective business writing skills and computer literacy in Microsoft Office programs
WE OFFER:
A competitive compensation package, group health benefits for full-time employees, in-house training, mileage reimbursement/transit subsidy, cell phone allowance/company cell phone, and training and development opportunities!
Thank you for your interest in Fresh Direct Produce!
Making a Healthy Difference!
