Protein Retail Sales Associate Location Monroe, LA : _ Quirch Foods _ In business for over 50 years, Quirch Foods is a global distributor and exporter of fresh and frozen food products with a unique focus on ethnic cultures. We service our customers from 5 distribution centers strategically located in the United States. We have consistently been ranked among the top 50 exporters in the US and are one of the largest importers of seafood. Our customers include independent grocers, chain supermarkets, foodservice distributors, cruise lines, restaurants and food processors/manufacturers. We have an extensive product list with over 8,000 SKU's and carry niche brands such as Panamei, Mambo and Chiquita along with national brands like Tyson, IBP, Excel, JBS, Iowa Premium, Smithfield, Dietz & Watson, along with many others. We are headquartered in Coral Gables, FL.
Quirch is a portfolio company of Palladium Equity Partners, a leading mid-market private equity fund based in New York City, which partnered with the Executive Team to capitalize on Quirch Foods' record of excellence and to grow it decisively beyond its current business.
Position Summary: Quirch Foods is seeking a Merchandiser to join our Sales team. This position will be responsible for coordinating display activity, i.e. solicitation, site selection, type and quality in all assigned chain supermarket accounts. Takes direction from Sales Manager to determine other duties.
Essential duties and Responsibilities: · In-store merchandising to include cooler and shelf sets and proper use of display litho material.
· Aid in designing and implementation of display portions of any sales incentives.
· Work closely with key account store managers.
· Develop imaginative thematic display concepts.
· Inform and instruct sales & delivery personnel on proper methods of securing and building displays.
· Assist Key Account Managers and point-of-sa1e team with cooler sets when requested.
· Work with Sales Administrator in any incentive display areas, includes but not limited to design, implementation, and scoring.
· Construction of displays
· Strive to improve the relationship with store managers in order to secure better display location, size, and prominence.
· Thematic ideas should be generated for each holiday or event. These must be communicated via actual construction in the warehouse or drawings.
· Instruction in-house to include, awareness of litho available, use of themes, proper placement of litho, and tips on good-looking displays.
Qualifications and Requirements: ·Basic knowledge of food safety and handling
· High School diploma or GED required
·Able to work well with others
·Good written and verbal communication skills
·Basic computer skills - Microsoft Office
Benefits you will enjoy: · Comprehensive benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Plan, Disability Plan, Life insurance Plan
·401K savings Plan
·Paid Holidays
·Personal Time off
·Employee Discounts
Quirch Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35,560.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Cell phone reimbursement Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Mileage reimbursement Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Payment frequency:
Paid weekly Schedule:
Monday to Friday Travel requirement:
Travel Application Question(s):
What is your desired compensation? Experience:
Sales: 1 year (Required) Merchandising: 1 year (Required) License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required) Ability to Relocate:
Monroe, LA: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
