MERCHANDISER - FOOD RELATED PRODUCTS - JESSUP, MD
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Job Category Sales/Marketing Summary: Purchase food and food related products in accordance with Company objectives and merchandise products to our Marketing Associates in an effort to better service our customers. Responsibilities and Duties: Purchase food related products in proper quantities which maximizes service levels and inventory turns. Negotiate the best prices, programs and promotions. Perform needed tracking and updates to maintain zero tolerance pricing errors. Evaluate competitive suppliers, products, prices, and programs. Present comparisons to management. Review logistics programs and freight for accuracy. Remove, sell, or return any excess and/or obsolete inventory. Train new Marketing Associates (sales) in product knowledge. Participate in sales meeting, trade shows, mini shows and customer presentations. Complete special projects as assigned Minimum Qualifications Full-time position working Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Must be flexible and willing to work long hours to fulfill obligations. Bachelor’s degree; two years food related purchasing experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Minimum of 1 (one) year high level food related negotiating experience. Must be computer literate and proficient with Microsoft Office, Outlook and spreadsheet programs. Ability to calculate discounts, proportions, percentages and volume required. Requires effective presentation and communication skills, ability to solve practical problems that involve a variety of concrete variables. Strong organization, follow-up, and attention to detail required to operate in a busy environment with high stress levels and critical deadlines. How To Apply: Candidates may access the pre-screen and application process from any computer with internet access. You may find computers available at the following locations: • Lobby Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. • The Maryland Workforce Exchange call 410-290-2600 to find the most convenient location • Your local public Library • A personal computer with internet access at home or that of a friend Simply log onto www.syscobalt.com and click on employment and follow the instructions to view job categories, current open positions, job descriptions and complete the online application. Number of Open Positions One Date Position Available To be determined Benefits Medical/Rx (BCBS-PPO), dental, vision, Company paid life insurance and long term and short term disability insurance, 401K , discounted Company stock purchase program, pension plan, healthcare and dependent care flexible spending sccounts, credit unions, discounted employee purchase program, education/tuition reimbursement program, direct deposit, state of the art no cost on-site fitness center and much more. EOE/AA/M/F/D/H/V A drug screen will be required after an offer of employment is made. |
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| Name: | Sysco |
| Description: | We are committed to our customers' success and to helping them achieve their goals. Maintaining outstanding service has become even more important as consumers embrace quality dining experiences as they enjoy meals away from home. Our responsibility is not taken lightly - our customers' success is vital to our success. |
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| Instructions: | Submit Online Application To: https://www.adpselect.com/apps/servlet/com.avert.servlets.ola?cst=1283509 |
Job Ref Code: | 08-05/06 |
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