Store Merchandising Specialist

BASIC FUNCTION:  

Position operates as a merchandiser for an industry leader in plumbing and water control systems for domestic, commercial and industrial applications. Primary duties will be to manage and stock inventory while ensuring proper signage and display is in order to enhance sales. Merchandiser will work in an assigned territory and establish relationships with customers, store associates and management teams to increase sales.  The position plans and measures the growth and improvement of accounts through product knowledge training and in-store merchandising support.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Work in an assigned retail location to service/advise on products
• Actively assist customers in the selection of proper plumbing product(s)
• Place items on shelving units according to the plan-o-gram
• Maintaining inventory by keeping merchandise down-stocked from overhead supply
• Ensure proper signage and POP is displayed appropriately
• Utilize company provided iPad to manage and maintain inventory levels, make adjustments as required
• Build a strong supplier-customer relationship with members of the assigned facilities
• Make regular store/customer visits per schedule within an assigned territory
• Perform product knowledge training in all assigned locations
• Other in-store activities include: initiate professional in-store visit execution in accordance with guidelines and to ensure highest standard of planogram integrity, maximize cross merchandising and second site product placement opportunities, execute inventory management actions, conduct in-aisle product training, and be willing at all times to engage in end user sales advice.
• Comply with all AMS and Customer policies and procedures
• Perform other related duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work varied hours/days as customer requires  
• Excellent communication, presentation, written and technical skills required
• Must be Microsoft Office proficient
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and provide proof of insurance (must meet company’s minimum requirements)
• Provide excellent customer service to customers and vendors
• Required to lift up to 50lbs, this may include lifting weight above shoulders as needed
• Frequent standing, bending and twisting required
• Frequent use of ladders
• HS diploma or equivalent required, college degree preferred
• 2 years of vendor sales experience preferred
• 1 year of field sales/customer service experience preferred

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee.  He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by his or her manager.