Vice President, Merchandising - SSMG - FP - US

Company: US1113 FreshPoint Southern California, Inc.Zip Code:91744Minimum Level of Education:Bachelor's DegreeMinimum Years of Experience:10+ YearsEmployment Type:Full TimeTravel Percentage: 0Compensation Range:$118,800.00 - $198,100.00The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors.You may be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.BENEFITS INFORMATION:For information on Sysco's Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.comJOB SUMMARY The Vice President of merchandising drives the company's product, supplier, and sourcing strategy to meet the company's revenue and margin goals. Lead a team of merchandisers who are responsible for the growth of revenue and margin in specific product categories, business analytics team focused on performance reporting and customer targeting, site content team maintaining accurate content and pricing, as well as supply chain management.RESPONSIBILITIES

Builds relationships and conducts financial negotiations with suppliers.

Develops and manages the vendors, suppliers, and products available.

Works with logistics to optimize supplier shipping performance.

Positions products through web placement, categorization and in support of marketing efforts.

Leads efforts with merchandisers to obtain vendor marketing spend.

Makes decisions based on reporting and provides status and timelines to the key merchandising team members and company management.

Heads and inspires the team to deliver high-quality category strategies.

Establishes a strategy and category financial forecasting with category merchandisers for each category.

Directs "Strategic" supplier meetings with category merchandisers.

Provides input for marketing, communication, and promotional activities.

Sets pricing strategy and works with the manager of business analytics to implement and maintain the pricing model.

Administers supplier logistics to effectively and efficiently deliver products to customers.

Manages inventory spend on stocked products.

Studies and acts upon all market trends, new products, innovation, and niches to drive additional sales and site loyalty.

Conducts the supplier rebate table and meets with accounting to forecast annually.

Coordinates the merchandising training programs for the organization.

Manages the buying group relationship and training: SEFA training program, SEFA Pro for the organization (lunch and learns, etc.), supplier training at corporate, and training webinars.

Transfers knowledge from category management initiatives to the organization to improve the sales and profitability of the company.

Works cross-functionally with sales, marketing, logistics, information technology (IT) and accounting to support company goals.

Interface with IT development to continually improve the look, feel, and effectiveness of all customer and marketing associate (MA) facing web sites.

Integrate with IT operations to ensure all systems are performing at acceptable levels, bandwidth issues do not arise, data support is at or above customer expectations, platform redundancy and emergency preparedness plans are in place.

Day to day leader of corporate interface with merchandising leadership, including category 10 equipment and supplies.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education

Undergraduate degree in business.

Experience

Minimum of 10 years' experience in merchandising.

Minimum of 5 years' experience in online merchandising.

5 years of planning and/or management experience.

Professional Skills

Strong leadership and team development experience.

Solid negotiation skills.

Planning, tracking, and budgeting experience.

Intermediate to advanced Microsoft skills: Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, and project management software.

Exceptional organization and attention to detail.

Excellent communication skills: written and verbal.

Advanced mathematical and analytical skills.

Outstanding people skills and the ability to establish a rapport with a wide variety of people from diverse backgrounds.

Ability to speak and write English in a clear, understandable manner.

Can work accurately in a fast-paced environment with a diverse group of people.

Able to work comfortably under pressure.

Prioritize and work multiple tasks and exceeds deadlines.

Ability to work independently and with a group on various on-going projects simultaneously.

Effectively communicate with internal and external customers (management, co-workers, vendors, and customers.)

Act in an ethical, honest and professional manner at all times.

Maintain discretion with all company information regarding customers, pricing, products, and procedures.

Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Must be able to sit for prolonged periods.

Able to bend, reach and stoop occasionally to reach file cabinets, boxes, etc.

Can look at a computer screen for prolonged periods and type.

Requires the ability to read written instructions, reports and other documentation.

Must occasionally lift, carry and/or move up to 30 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The employee frequently is required to talk or hear.

Working ConditionsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually light to moderate.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

HOW WE PROTECT OUR ASSOCIATES

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

Personal protective equipment and masks provided

Temperature screenings

Social distancing guidelines in place

Sanitizing, disinfecting, and cleaning procedures in place

OVERVIEW:Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 57,000 associates and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 326 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 625,000 customer locations.We offer our associates the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We're looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.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.