Merchandiser Intern

Company: UNFI
Location: New Stanton
Posted on: September 20, 2023

Job Description:

Purpose:-- The Merchandising team is responsible for managing the relationship between the SNS Retailer, Supplier and UNFI. The team establishes the base relationship with the stores and supplier, with a critical focus on managing and educating the supplier on how to do business with UNFI and the specific needs of the brand. Key areas for Merchandising include, but not limited to development of retail plans, supplier strategy, negotiations of supplier programs/terms, service level, and deduction disputes as well as communications to the stores.--The Merchandising Intern will gain exposure to a variety of learning experiences in a real working environment. The intern would contribute significantly to tasks such as: working with retail managers, reporting, supplier interaction and communication, and system processes. The Intern would also be exposed to different team members within Merchandising and finish the internship with a Capstone project.--Job Responsibilities: Identifies and validates opportunities within a given category, market or division, competitive pricing, market data and many other sources.
Collaborates with merchandising team to develop and implement base pricing strategies, rules and parameters.
Interpret trends and spot opportunities to improve sales and profitability.
Conducts special merchandising and business-related research.
Monitors and tracks vendor compliance and performance. Works with vendors to identify category opportunities and track performance against category business plans and store execution opportunities.
Updates and reviews all key promotional pricing metrics and prepares recommendations for action as needed Provides data, support and reporting and analysis for semester planning.
Coordinates promotional plans (ads and displays) and merchandising messages within department as assigned by management.
Maintains confidentiality of proprietary information on a daily basis. Performs other relevant job duties as required.----Job Requirements:Education/ Certifications: (Required & Preferred) Working towards a Bachelor's degree required.-- Preferred major Business, Marketing, or Communications --Experience:
Junior or Senior level experience in degree program
General retail experience and/or retail or wholesale grocery background is a plus--Knowledge: Basic business math skills needed Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word--Skills/ Abilities: Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skill Ability to work with people at all levels of the organization Must be a self-starter, exhibiting the ability and drive to set & execute a plan independently Ability to work both independently and with team Ability to learn, understand and utilize UNFI legacy IT systems: SV Harbor, CICS, Buying system Organizational skills & ability to multi-task and keep multiple projects moving forward at the same time--PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/ DEMANDS: Some travel may be required Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at desk or computer terminal 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.--
Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone and other office equipment in the course of normal workday 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.Purpose:-- The Merchandising team is responsible for managing the relationship between the SNS Retailer, Supplier and UNFI. The team establishes the base relationship with the stores and supplier, with a critical focus on managing and educating the supplier on how to do business with UNFI and the specific needs of the brand. Key areas for Merchandising include, but not limited to development of retail plans, supplier strategy, negotiations of supplier programs/terms, service level, and deduction disputes as well as communications to the stores.--The Merchandising Intern will gain exposure to a variety of learning experiences in a real working environment. The intern would contribute significantly to tasks such as: working with retail managers, reporting, supplier interaction and communication, and system processes. The Intern would also be exposed to different team members within Merchandising and finish the internship with a Capstone project.--Job Responsibilities: Identifies and validates opportunities within a given category, market or division, competitive pricing, market data and many other sources.
Collaborates with merchandising team to develop and implement base pricing strategies, rules and parameters.
Interpret trends and spot opportunities to improve sales and profitability.
Conducts special merchandising and business-related research.
Monitors and tracks vendor compliance and performance. Works with vendors to identify category opportunities and track performance against category business plans and store execution opportunities.
Updates and reviews all key promotional pricing metrics and prepares recommendations for action as needed Provides data, support and reporting and analysis for semester planning.
Coordinates promotional plans (ads and displays) and merchandising messages within department as assigned by management.
Maintains confidentiality of proprietary information on a daily basis. Performs other relevant job duties as required.----Job Requirements:Education/ Certifications: (Required & Preferred) Working towards a Bachelor's degree required.-- Preferred major Business, Marketing, or Communications --Experience:
Junior or Senior level experience in degree program
General retail experience and/or retail or wholesale grocery background is a plus--Knowledge: Basic business math skills needed Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word--Skills/ Abilities: Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skill Ability to work with people at all levels of the organization Must be a self-starter, exhibiting the ability and drive to set & execute a plan independently Ability to work both independently and with team Ability to learn, understand and utilize UNFI legacy IT systems: SV Harbor, CICS, Buying system Organizational skills & ability to multi-task and keep multiple projects moving forward at the same time--PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/ DEMANDS: Some travel may be required Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at desk or computer terminal 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.--
Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone and other office equipment in the course of normal workday 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.
Additional Information
Company Name: UNFI Wholesale
Inc.
Schedule: Full-time
Work Indicator: Remote
Compensation
Compensation:UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.Benefits:For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington),Click HEREfor Washington-specific paid time off details.Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. Sales Positions Only: For sales positions that are commission-based, the above range is an estimate of total potential commission-based compensation during an associate s first year, but UNFI offers an introductory period minimum of $1,000 per week. After the introductory period, as a 100% commission-based role, there is no set salary. UNFI s commission plans are uncapped and average earnings vary depending on territory and sales achieved, among other factors.UNFI s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.

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