Military Produce Group's Produce Merchandiser will provide oversight and merchandising support to the Defense Commissary Agency at the Fort Belvoir Location. The Merchandiser will support industry-standard merchandising strategies by reinforcing stated goals, building displays, maintaining department conditions, and striving for flawless execution of department operations. The Merchandiser will succeed by creating retail merchandising strategies compatible with the promotions while establishing short—and long-term goals to improve the operation of the commissary produce department.
MPG offers a fully comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, and a 401 (k) with company match.
We observe Federal holidays and offer sick/vacation leave.
The salary range is 35K - $45K.
Responsibilities and Duties:
-Working with the Department Manager and staff to share merchandising plans for departments to meet sales, presentation, and labor targets.
-Ensures adequate on-hand inventory levels, especially of items advertised in weekly circulars, providing feedback as necessary
-Leverages in-depth knowledge and expertise of the department to analyze problems/issues, and identify the root of the cause of difficulties impacting stores related to sales while communicating these issues effectively to the appropriate levels of the organization
-Works with and counsels department Managers and Store personnel in all aspects of product merchandising and customer service.
-Executes plans measured through store visits, reviewing results of plans, and observing department conditions
-Coaches and develops a team of merchandisers to ensure competency to meet and exceed customer expectations.
-Is the liaison between the Area Produce Specialist, Field Merchandising Manager, and Retail Operations Director regarding the communication of feedback on initiatives and in-store opportunities.
Requirements:
-3+ years of retail Produce Department Clerk, Lead Assistant, or Management Experience
-Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and deal effectively with a wide variety of people in person and over the phone.
-Ability to train and coach employees and customers at all levels
-Possess strong leadership skills with the ability to lead and motivate others without directly supervising
-Ability to handle multiple projects on time-sensitive schedules
-Ability to lift cases of fresh produce weighing as much as 50 lbs.
-Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, kneel, stoop, and lift items of usually 5-60 pounds.
-Job location is on an active military installation servicing a government commissary and requires a full federal background check. Candidates must be able to pass background checks to secure access to work locations.
Military Produce Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.