Merchandise Planner - Deli jobs in La Crosse, WI

We are looking for someone who has Food Industry & Sales experience that is able to manage accounts supporting Boar’s Head Brand Food Products. This job has a frequent change of scenery and requires the ability to lead by example supporting our go to market strategy. Extensive training for this position is offered and there is opportunity to grow.

Our accounts are spread throughout the metro area and you would be joining a Team to help support this initiative. Other secondary duties are assisting with training, promoting the product through team selling events and new business development. Please see the description below, thanks for looking!

HIRING PROCESS

1-Reply to posting with a resume: Our key management will review.

2- We will contact you to schedule a brief intro call which typically takes less than 10 min.

3- An in person meeting is scheduled to complete the application and interview which typically takes an hour.

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Account Manager

EMPLOYER: Heritage Deli Provisions LLC

DEPARTMENT: Sales

REPORTS TO: General Manager

SUMMARY: Manages and expands business relationships with established clients; Executes strategy, sales plan, and forecasts for continued business development, and account management.

This position requires travel to our customer’s establishments. Some weekend work may be required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Manages consistent growth within particular client base, measured against our current go to market strategy.

· Maintains client relations through set meetings and reliable execution.

· Accurately monitors product inventories and creates purchase orders with store / retailer team.

· Understands and successfully executes the company’s value of services by analyzing existing and anticipated client needs.

· Reports on any inconsistencies of operational support.

· Provides weekly updates to management and monthly team summary.

· Promotes company endorsed programs and services.

· Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Minimum of 2 years related experience or equivalent.

· Well-developed account management skills.

· Working knowledge of industry product information.

· Demonstrated ability to make successful presentations to individuals and/or groups at all levels of an organization.

· Demonstrated ability to create sales results and sell services in a complex environment.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Excellent problem resolution and consultative sales skills.

· Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees.

· Commitment to excellence and high standards.

· Ability to manage priorities and workflow

· Creative, flexible, and innovative team player.

· Acute attention to detail

· Strong interpersonal skills.

· Ability to communicate professionally and effectively in person, on the phone, electronically, or through other means to individuals and groups.

· Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

· Proficient on Microsoft Office Suite

COMPETENCIES:

• Customer Service--Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Strong Communication--Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Leadership--Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.
• Professionalism--Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Attendance/Punctuality--Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Continually required to stand
• Continually required to walk
• Frequently required to sit / drive to accounts
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Continually required to talk or hear
• Frequently utilize visual acuity to operate Deli equipment, read

technical information, and/or use a keyboard

• Continually required to lift/push/carry items less than 25 pounds
• Frequently up to 25 pounds/
• Occasionally up to 50 pounds/ more than 50 pounds
• Occasionally exposure to outside weather conditions during promotional events
• Frequently exposure to cold (non-weather related / work in refrigerated coolers)
• Additional remarks regarding work environment We must follow policies and procedures as per our customer’s requirements
• Specialized equipment, machines, or vehicles used: Deli & food prep area like slicing machines, scales, knives

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Eau Claire, WI: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road