Merchandising Assistant - FP - Greco - US

Sysco • Nashville, TN • 1d ago

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Vice President of Merchandising, this position will be responsible for the execution of purchasing duties and maintaining high service levels to customers. Personally, managing and making purchasing decisions regarding all lines of business, working with buyers, finance, and operations in the coordination of all inbound orders.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide technical, customer relations, and personnel management for major programs and projects

Assist with all @types of purchasing orders including but not limited to, special and standing orders

Coordinate all inbound appointments for receiving purposes

Assist sales force with questions pertaining to produce and non-produce items

Complete all the tasks as assigned by VP of Merchandising per the deadlines

Handle all credits and returns promptly to minimize shrink

Work with pricing department, vendors and corporate to ensure all PO's (purchase order) priced correctly

Participate in inventory activities including cycle counts

Cover buyers as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience

1 year purchasing, sales, marketing, customer service or any other related field of study are preferred

Skills

Strong communication skills and the ability to handle crisis situations effectively

Proven ability to communicate effectively over the phone, good negotiating and interpersonal skills and ability to handle stress effectively

Good math skills

Must have good written and verbal communication skills and be able to effectively communicate with others.

Strong ability with Excel and Word

Decision Making Authority

Communication of short or subbed items for customers

Inform vendors of quality issues and discrepancies

Approving invoices to be paid

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We 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. This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.

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