Dealer Merchandising Coordinator

We have an immediate opening for a Dealer Merchandising Coordinator. The responsibilities include:

 

q       Site work necessary to properly merchandise product categories, modulars, and assortments at Private Dealer Locations as directed by management in support of increased sales.

 

q       Assist in the preparation of Modular Sales Tools that depict approved Modulars, Order Forms, and Collateral Materials.  Responsible for ensuring that private dealers accurately present and price products. 

 

q       Assist Private Dealer Personnel in building merchandise displays at selected Dealer locations consistent with approved Merchandising Standards.

 

q       Effectively use Dealer’s existing inventory of gondolas, pegboard, and other fixtures to achieve conformity with Modulars, designated floor plans and company Merchandise Presentation Standards.

 

q       Communicate project details and expected completion dates, as appropriate, to management for dissemination to Dealer Sales Managers. 

 

q       Train key Private Dealer Employees on company merchandising standards including use of floor plans, modulars, merchandise categories, presentation standards and execution thereof.

 

The qualifications include a BS/BA Degree, or 4 years equivalent work experience in retail merchandising.  Familiarity with Agricultural and/or Hardware Products desired.  Strong team building, communication, and project management skills are required.  This position requires extensive overnight travel.

 

Southern States Cooperative, Inc. is a $ 2.1 billion agribusiness serving most of the Eastern U.S., with 3,500 employees.  Product offerings include feed, seed, fertilizer, petroleum, farm supplies and lawn and garden supplies. The cooperative is headquartered in Henrico County, Virginia just west of Richmond.  We offer a comprehensive benefit package that includes health and dental insurance, paid time off, paid disability and life insurance, 401k savings plan and educational assistance.