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Manager, Merchandising

Sysco
Somerville, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/18/2025

Company :

US1631 Greco Corporate (Bellissimo Distribution, LLC)

Sales Territory : None

Zip Code : 60103

Travel Percentage : Compensation Range :

84,200.00 - $126,300.00

The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors.

You may be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.

BENEFITS INFORMATION :

For information on Syscos Benefits, please visit https : / / SyscoBenefits.com

JOB SUMMARY

Assist in leading a team of category merchandisers who are responsible for the growth of revenue and margin in specific product categories. The Merchandising Manager will assist in the development and execution of strategy for each category through :

  • Vendor / Supplier management builds relationships and conducts financial negotiations with suppliers
  • Product Mix develops and manages the vendors, suppliers, and products available
  • Pricing maintains competitive and relevant pricing
  • Logistics - works with logistics to optimize supplier shipping performance
  • Marketing positions products through web placement, categorization, and marketing efforts
  • Reporting makes decisions based on reporting and provides status and timelines merchandising team members

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Leads and inspires the team to deliver high-quality category strategies
  • Works to foster teamwork within the department and to cultivate a team environment
  • Assists in strategy development and category financial forecasting with Category Merchandisers for each category
  • Provide analytics and reporting on the Top 10 suppliers
  • Make recommendations to management on category improvements
  • Participates in Strategic supplier meetings with Category Merchandisers when available and / or necessary
  • Assists in providing input for marketing, communication, and promotional activities
  • Assists in category management activities and projects
  • Works closely with the Admin / Project Manager to set priorities, timelines, and results reporting
  • Develops SOPS and training materials for merchandising
  • Manages the supplier rebate table and meets with accounting to forecast
  • Coordinates the Merchandising training programs for the organization
  • Transfers knowledge from category management initiatives to the organization to improve the sales and profitability of the company
  • Handles Customer Service / sales issues where and when appropriate
  • Keep updated on all contracts and well versed on competitive programs and changes within the supply base
  • Works cross-functionally with sales, marketing, logistics, IT and accounting to support company goals
  • Other duties as assigned
  • QUALIFICATIONS

    Education

    Undergraduate degree in business and / or minimum

    Experience

  • 3 years experience in online merchandising
  • Leadership qualities and ability to coach and supervise
  • Exceptional organization and attention to detail
  • Strong mathematical and analytical skills
  • Negotiation skills
  • 3 years of planning and / or management experience
  • Intermediate to Microsoft skills : Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project management software
  • Skills

  • Exceptional organizational skills
  • Strong communication skills : written and verbal
  • Independent thinker
  • Attention to detail
  • Excellent people skills and the ability to establish a rapport with a wide variety of people from diverse backgrounds
  • Ability to write short correspondence
  • Ability to speak and write English in a clear, understandable manner
  • Ability to accurately follow detailed procedures and processes
  • Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work with a diverse group of people
  • Ability to work comfortably under pressure
  • Ability to prioritize and work multiple tasks and exceeds deadlines
  • Ability to work independently and with a group on various on-going projects simultaneously
  • Effectively communicate with internal and external customers (management, co-workers, vendors, and customers.)
  • Must be able to perform basic arithmetic calculations (e.g., addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentage functions.)
  • Ability to concentrate for extended periods of time
  • Must have the ability to carry out instructions furnished in both oral and written form
  • Ability to act in an ethical, honest and professional manner at all times
  • Desire to work independently as well as in a team environment
  • Maintain discretion with all company information regarding customers, pricing, products, and procedures
  • Physical Demands

  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
  • Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time
  • Must be able to bend, reach and stoop occasionally to reach file cabinets, boxes, etc
  • Must be able to look at a computer screen for prolonged periods of time and type
  • Requires the ability to read written instructions, reports and other documentation
  • The employee must occasionally lift, carry and / or move up to 30 pounds
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
  • The employee frequently is required to talk or hear
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually light to moderate
  • Working Conditions

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of knowledge, skill and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

    OVERVIEW :

    Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.

    We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. Were looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

    AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT :

    Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

    We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider 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.

    This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.

    Salary : $84,200 - $126,300

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