Merchandiser

<meta><p style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px="" 0px;padding:0px;"=""><b><strong style="font-size:18pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">About the role</strong></b></p><p style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px="" 0px;padding:0px;"=""><span style="font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">The Merchandising/Pre-Sell Representative is responsible for executing in-store merchandising strategies that drive sales growth, strengthen brand presence, and ensure consistent product presentation across assigned retail locations. This role serves as a key liaison between the Company and store-level partners, supporting product visibility, inventory management, and promotional execution while providing market insights to inform sales and marketing initiatives. The Merchandising/Pre-Sell Representative works independently in the field while collaborating closely with internal teams to support overall business objectives.</span></p><p style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px="" 0px;padding:0px;"=""><b><strong style="font-size:18pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">What you'll do</strong></b></p><ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1" style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;margin:8px="" 0px;line-height:1.6;padding:0px="" 0px="" 32px;list-style-type:disc;"=""><li style="font-size:12pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="color:black;font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Execute merchandising plans and strategies to drive sales performance and enhance brand visibility.</span></li><li style="color:black;font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="color:black;font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Set up, maintain, and refresh product displays in accordance with established planograms and merchandising standards.</span></li><li style="color:black;font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="color:black;font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Ensure products are properly stocked, rotated, priced, and faced to maintain optimal shelf presentation.</span></li><li style="color:black;font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="color:black;font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Build and maintain positive working relationships with store managers and store-level staff.</span></li><li style="color:black;font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="color:black;font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Train and support store personnel on product knowledge, merchandising best practices, and sales techniques.</span></li><li style="color:black;font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="color:black;font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Monitor inventory levels and communicate replenishment needs or concerns to management in a timely manner.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="color:black;font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Conduct routine store visits to assess compliance with merchandising standards and identify opportunities for improvement.</span></li><li style="color:black;font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="color:black;font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Collaborate with sales, marketing, and operations teams to support promotional initiatives and marketing campaigns.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="color:black;font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Provide feedback to management regarding market trends, competitive activity, and customer preferences.</span></li></ul><p style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px="" 0px;padding:0px;"=""><b><strong style="font-size:18pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Qualifications</strong></b></p><ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1" style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;margin:8px="" 0px;line-height:1.6;padding:0px="" 0px="" 32px;list-style-type:disc;"=""><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="color:black;font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">High School Diploma (or equivalent)</span></li><li style="color:black;font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="color:black;font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Prior experience in retail sales, merchandising, or a related field preferred.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Minimum of 2 years of experience in C-store, food or dairy industry preferred</span></li><li style="color:black;font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="color:black;font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.</span></li><li style="color:black;font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="color:black;font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and maintain professional relationships.</span></li><li style="color:black;font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="color:black;font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while remaining accountable for results.</span></li><li style="color:black;font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="color:black;font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to guide, influence, and motivate others.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate product placement, pricing, and brand presentation.</span></li></ul>

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