The Merchandiser opportunity with UNFI requires 90% travel and overnights and offers:

• Full Time Hours (40 - 44 hours, overtime eligible).
• Hourly Rate of $18 - $20 (paid weekly).
• Mileage and Travel Reimbursement Plan (paid weekly).
• Full Benefits.
• And room to grow with the top natural/organic wholesale distributor in the country!

Purpose:

Partner with assigned customers to provide quality service efficiently while achieving maximum sales and keeping cost controlled.

Job Responsibilities:

• Timely travel from account to account for new store openings, resets, stocking, and rotating product.
• Responsible for effectively displaying store products.
• Responsible for maintaining effective business relationships with customers.
• Process merchandise returns and issue credits according to company policy.
• Ensure the neat and orderly appearance of UNFI products.
• Assist in hanging shelf tags.
• Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for location.
• Follow through on customer product requests.
• Keep management informed of area activities and of any significant concerns.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Provides backup for other merchandisers or sales reps when needed.
• Responsible for other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education/Certification:

• Valid driver's license necessary.
• Auto insurance levels that meet state requirements.

Experience:

• Prior customer service experience in a retail setting.

Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Time management skills and attention to detail.
• Basic math abilities.
• Ability to work independently.
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.

Physical Environment/Demands:

• 90% weekly travel/overnights required.
• Ability to get in and out of car multiple times per day.
• Drive to and from accounts safely in city, rural and expressway conditions.
• Ability to set up displays, fixtures, shelving, and products.
• Able to tolerate exposure to store and warehouse conditions including wide variances in temperature, dust, and dirt.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in completion of job duties.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.