Grocery Merchandiser

River Valley, a growing specialty foods and consumable products distributor in Syracuse, NY, is searching for a full-time Retail Grocery Merchandiser to join our Independent Sales Team in the Cortland/Ithaca Area with some work in the Binghamton area, as well. River Valley Holdings is a family-owned distribution company based in Syracuse, NY, serving retail customers across the northeastern United States. The River Valley family of companies: River Valley Foods, Cavallaro Foods and Garden Spot Foods, distributes a wide range of specialty dry and frozen grocery items and consumable products out of warehouses in Syracuse, NY and New Holland, PA. The Retail Grocery Merchandiser is integral to driving business growth and supports our commitment to building lasting and productive customer relationships through our full-service program. The successful candidate demonstrates attention to detail, exceptional visual presentation skills, and the business acumen to meet customer needs through active listening and open, effective communication. Wages: $35,000 - $39,000 per year Essential Functions: Consistently deliver exceptional customer service and build productive customer relationships. Order product to maintain inventory levels. Stock product, arrange product on shelves, and rotate product to ensure freshness. Build displays, implement planograms, and reset sections to add items or optimize shelf placement. Cleaning and dusting of product and shelving. Perform additional job duties as required. Requirements and Qualifications: Must be at least 18 years old and have a High School diploma or equivalent At least one year of experience in a sales based customer service role; grocery experience preferred Must have a valid state issued driver’s license and reliable personal transportation Daily travel required, must be available for occasional, position dependent overnight travel Available to work weekends and/or a variable schedule as required Able to routinely lift up to 50 pounds Able to stand, walk, lift and bend to service lower shelves for extended periods of time Ability to effectively communicate, implement sales techniques, and present information Strong organizational skills and a fundamental understanding of sales processes Ability to adapt and demonstrate flexibility in managing numerous, competing priorities Proven critical thinking skills and a proactive approach to problem solving Strong computer skills – Email/Outlook, Electronic Ordering/PDA, Word, Excel Benefits: We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes: Flexible Paid Time Off Company paid holidays Health, prescription, and dental insurance Life and disability insurance Supplemental insurances 401 (k) with company match Employee assistant program Employee purchase program

Salary : $35,000 - $39,000