Associate Category Merchandiser

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 an Associate Merchandising Analyst, you will negotiate and close down gross profit opportunities, as well as negotiate and execute promotional merchandising programs for our independent retailers. You will work closely with our vendor and broker community.
Job Description

• Full Time, Hybrid Role
• Location: Keene, NH

You will contribute by:

• Negotiating and executing promotional merchandising programs with vendors and manufacturers (weekly ads/bi-annual food shows, Marketing events.
• Negotiating opportunities with Vendors and Manufacturers maximizing profitable inventories by creating logistical and administrative efficiencies.
• Learning the functions of various systems & reports for daily usage
• Managing reconciliation of vendor rebate programs to ensure accuracy and timeliness of payments from the vendor community.
• Setting up and maintaining item and vendor data integrity, including pricing, item accuracy, item changes, item assortment, category marketing info, and lost income resolution.
• Working on special projects with Senior Analysts and Mangers, such as representing division on specific weekly conference calls, food show coordination, retail merchandising, and other projects.
• Working cross functionally with the Procurement team on excess inventory resolution.
• Interfacing with other C&S departments, vendors, and retail customers for resolutions regarding invoicing, or deduction management.

Travel Required: No
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:

• Basic computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Successfully prioritize multiple tasks and responsibilities simultaneously

Every person matters.
We keep our values alive through a culture that embraces differences and ensures that every person matters.
C&S and their Family of Companies 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.
The Fine Print
This Job advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This job advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. This position may be with any affiliate of C&S Wholesale Grocers.
Hiring immediately, to apply text “CS” to 32543 OR visit careers.cswg.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $52,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Keene, NH 03431: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Keene, NH 03431