Merchandising Manager

*Position Overview* Keep our communities fed.
Our focus is simple but meaningful, from our distribution centers to our offices — every employee of C&S and their family of companies works to help feed local families, neighbors, and communities.
*Job Description* The Manager, Merchandising will effectively manage part of the salaried merchandising team in closing down weekly gross profit goals and budgets, as well as implement sound merchandising vehicles with our independent retailers.
The role will also be responsible for managing the merchandising support staff to ensure proper procedures and job responsibilities are being completed successfully.
* Full Time * Location Houston, TX *You will contribute:* * Responsible for managing team(s) for maximization of bill out through alternative sourcing, margin controls, Flat Fees, and forward buys.
* Manage the Senior Merchandiser(s) and the merchandising team with vendor issues, credit requests, paybacks, funding tracking, etc.
* Work with teams to hit the KPI goals for team and individuals as set by Director of the department.
* Review assigned team's price changes for Grocery, Candy and Frozen for accuracy before implementation; assure pertinent forward buys are maximized, and Merchandising is maintained at competitive levels.
* Responsible for managing the Senior Merchandisers and the Merchandising team with vendor issues, credit requests, paybacks, funding tracking, etc.
* Manage personnel for both hourly and salaried employees in merchandising department.
* Responsible for managing and negotiating vendor contracts that generate steady income stream for division.
* Assist in hiring process, training, and evaluations for employee development for assigned team members; coach, develop and mentor staff.
* Attend Business Reviews as scheduled with Director / VP of Dept.
* Responsible for managing and executing special project demands that are set forth by senior management.
* Travel Required: Yes *Environment:* * Office Temperature (65F to 75F) *Skills:* * Understanding of core competencies of wholesale model, ability to manage others, understanding of commodities and how they work * Special Skills: Intermediate Microsoft Excel, negotiation, organization, prioritization, problem solving skills; setting and communicating direction accordingly; ability to multi-task; strong written and verbal communication skills *Years of Experience:* * 5-7: years of relevant business/functional experience *We offer:* * Weekly Pay * Benefits available from day 1 (medical, dental, vision, and more) * Company matched 401k * PTO and Holiday Pay offered * Career Progression Opportunities * Tuition Reimbursement * Employee Health & Wellness program * Employee Discounts / Purchasing programs * Employee Assistance Program *We’re searching for candidates with:* * Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint * Strong organizational skills * Excellent attention to detail; able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Professional verbal and written communication skills.
*Every person matters.
* We keep our values alive through a culture that embraces differences and ensures that every person matters.
_C&S and their Family of Companies are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.
_ *The Fine Print* This Job advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment.
This job advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only.
Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require.
This position may be with any affiliate of C&S Wholesale Grocers.
*Qualifications* Bachelor's Degree - General Studies *Shift* 1st Shift (United States of America) *Company* GSC Wholesale LLC *About Our Company* Grocers Supply , based in Houston, is the largest wholesale grocery supplier in Texas, supplying over 900 independent grocery stores.
Grocers Supply serves customers of all sizes, from single store independent retailers to chains, such as: Fiesta, FoodTown, Market Basket, Cox Foodarama / La Fiesta, Sellers Brothers, Minyard Food Stores, G.
E.
Foodland, and El Rio Grande.
Working Safely is a Condition for Employment with GSC Wholesale, LLC.
GSC Wholesale, LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $81,680.
00 - $108,150.
00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Flexible schedule * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Opportunities for advancement * Paid time off * Paid training * Professional development assistance * Referral program * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Payment frequency: * Paid weekly Schedule: * Day shift * Monday to Friday Ability to Relocate: * Houston, TX 77054: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Houston, TX 77054