Merchandiser

Harold Levinson Associates • Farmingdale, NY • 9m ago

Harold Levinson Associates:

Generations of family leadership combine to form the fourth largest full-line, single source, convenience distributor in the United States. Established by Palm Beach Capital in 2020, NCD represents the powerful unification between Allen Brothers Wholesale Distribution, Century Distributors, Colonial Distributing, Harold Levinson Associates, J. Polep Distribution ... Rachael’s Food Corp., and Wustefeld Candy. Backed by over a century of knowledge and the dedication of nearly 2,500 team members, NCD is driving profitable growth through impactful marketing, innovation, and an entrepreneurial spirit. We diligently distribute over 20,000 SKUs of candy, snacks, fresh sandwiches and salads (via our own USDA Commissary), proprietary foodservice programs, cigarettes and premium cigars, coffee, ice cream, and frozen and refrigerated foods from our 15 strategically placed warehouse and two cash and carry locations. Focusing on businesses both large and small, we service 23,800 customers in the Eastern United States from Maine to Florida. At NCD, our people and our partnerships are our greatest assets. For more information, please visit our website at www.thencd.com

As a member of our professional sales team, a merchandiser will play a vital role in building brand and customer loyalty by creating and implementing industry leading merchandising and marketing concepts with key accounts. In this role, you will have a strong background in retail merchandising, sales/marketing and promotions. You should enjoy working in a team driven environment where your input and efforts are utilized to accomplish our mission objectives. HLA has one of the most extensive training programs in the industry. You will learn about all the brands we represent, and various selling and merchandising techniques.

We are seeking a Strong Merchandiser for the Long Island, NY area

Essential Functions

Will require 25% travel.

· Maintain product in store racks, shelves, displays, and freezers by identifying all replenishment needs

· Replenishing, facing, and rotating product; building, changing, and taking down product displays

· Maintaining product signage, cleaning product space, and securing damaged or defective product

· The ideal candidate is professional in appearance and conduct, and is able to collaboratively work as part of a team

· Can effectively self-manage their time to complete tasks and assignments

Hiring Requirements

Education:

· Bachelor’s degree in Business, equivalent work experience

Years of Experience:

· 1+ year experience in a sales driven customer focused retail merchandising environment • Know the appropriate tools to effectively communicate persuasively with customer channels within your territory, as well as ensuring the disbursement of market intelligence to the proper internal players • Experience working in physically demanding fields

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

· Ability to repetitively lift, carry, and position objects weighing up to 50 lbs. • Must have a valid driver’s license • Must provide and maintain a personal vehicle for use during employee working houses • Candidate must be a self-starter with excellent communication skills • Must have excellent attention to detail and follow-up skills • Able to build and maintain strong relationships

Must be willing to submit to a Drug and Background screening.

HLA is an equal opportunity employer. The job’s responsibilities and tasks may be modified and expanded over time.

Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $62,400.00 per year

Benefits: • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Vision insurance

Payment frequency: • Paid weekly

Schedule: • 8 hour shift

Travel requirement: • Up to 25% travel

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s): • Willing to submit to a Background Check • Willing to submit to a Drug Screening

Experience: • working with Plan o grams: 1 year (Required)