We are looking for a Merchandising Associate to join our dynamic team in Monmouth County, New Jersey. As a key member of the merchandising department, you will play a vital role in coordinating with vendors, stores, and warehouses to ensure efficient operations and successful execution of merchandising initiatives. This is a long-term contract position within the retail food store industry, offering an excellent opportunity for growth and collaboration. Responsibilities:• Analyze sales data and market trends on a weekly basis to identify opportunities and provide actionable insights to merchandisers.• Ensure accuracy and consistency in item hierarchy data to support effective category management.• Prepare promotional details and competitive ad analyses for regular committee meetings, collaborating with the advertising team.• Develop and proofread detailed meeting sheets that include historical sales data, projections, pricing strategies, and profit objectives.• Create impactful presentations for quarterly steering meetings and summarize vendor meetings with actionable follow-ups.• Coordinate vendor participation in company events, ensuring smooth execution of programs such as golf outings and food shows.• Act as a liaison between manufacturers and support services to facilitate the setup of items and event spaces.• Provide weekly updates to stores, highlighting seasonal merchandising opportunities and buying options.• Handle ad hoc merchandising requests, including store credits, vendor setups, and distribution updates.• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders to maintain seamless workflows and resolve issues promptly.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word. • Exceptional organizational skills with keen attention to detail. • Ability to learn quickly and work independently in a fast-paced environment. • Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is required. • Previous experience in the grocery or retail industry is highly desirable. • Experience working with merchandising systems or platforms is a significant advantage. • Capability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high-quality outcomes.

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Matawan, NJ
onsite
Temporary
26.00 - 28.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Merchandising Associate to join our dynamic team in Monmouth County, New Jersey. As a key member of the merchandising department, you will play a vital role in coordinating with vendors, stores, and warehouses to ensure efficient operations and successful execution of merchandising initiatives. This is a long-term contract position within the retail food store industry, offering an excellent opportunity for growth and collaboration. Responsibilities:• Analyze sales data and market trends on a weekly basis to identify opportunities and provide actionable insights to merchandisers.• Ensure accuracy and consistency in item hierarchy data to support effective category management.• Prepare promotional details and competitive ad analyses for regular committee meetings, collaborating with the advertising team.• Develop and proofread detailed meeting sheets that include historical sales data, projections, pricing strategies, and profit objectives.• Create impactful presentations for quarterly steering meetings and summarize vendor meetings with actionable follow-ups.• Coordinate vendor participation in company events, ensuring smooth execution of programs such as golf outings and food shows.• Act as a liaison between manufacturers and support services to facilitate the setup of items and event spaces.• Provide weekly updates to stores, highlighting seasonal merchandising opportunities and buying options.• Handle ad hoc merchandising requests, including store credits, vendor setups, and distribution updates.• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders to maintain seamless workflows and resolve issues promptly.
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