Business Development Assistant II

H-E-B is one of the largest, independently owned food retailers in the nation operating over 400 stores throughout Texas and Mexico, with annual sales generating over $25 billion. Described by industry experts as a daring innovator and smart competitor, H-E-B has led the way with creative new concepts, outstanding service and a commitment to diversity in our workforce, workplace and marketplace. H-E-B offers a wealth of career opportunities to our 110,000+ Partners (employees), competitive compensation and benefits program and comprehensive training that lead to successful careers.Getting the right products at the right price in the right store at the right time is no small task. That's what our Merchandising Partners do every day. They bring expertise in procurement, merchandising, culinary, analysis, pricing, quality assurance, demo programming, and inventory planning.As a Business Development Assistant II, you'll review, prioritize, track actions, and resolve complex issues in support of H-E-B Business Development Managers (BDMs) and assigned categories.Once you're eligible, you'll become an Owner in the company, so we're looking for commitment, hard work, and focus on quality and Customer service. 'Partner-owned' means our most important resourcesPeopledrive the innovation, growth, and success that make H-E-B The Greatest Retailing Company.Do you have a:HEART FOR PEOPLE communication, collaboration, and customer service skills?HEAD FOR BUSINESS know-how to analyze, make recommendations, and document support for supplier negotiations?PASSION FOR RESULTS drive to perform multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced, many-deadline environment?We are looking for:

5+ years of experience in business, merchandising, procurement, or store operations

analytical, organization, and time-management skills

What is the work?Administration:

Supports / partially represents BDM

Ensures products are competitively priced, meeting price image and financial objectives as directed by BDM

Executes consistent pricing strategy for BDM in communication materials / branding throughout pricing programs, processes, policies, and other H-E-B initiatives

Manages data entry of cost and retail relationships to support marketing and merchandising strategies

Develops templates and processes to track category performance and run category reports

Identifies / researches / resolves issues with no BDM involvement

Manages implementation of mid- to-large pricing projects and initiatives

Represents BDM in meetings (e.g., note taking, presenting updates, clarifying, notifying BDM of priority action steps)

Creates promotional product surveys in tool for promotional events (e.g., forecasting, store allocation)

Executes promotional event tasks, including coupons, PI tracking, and OMS offers

Executes broker functions when no broker exists (e.g., securing product samples)

Coordinates test sets

Drafts communications / presentations

Recommends solutions to process problems

Manages new item submission and set up process after items are selected by BDM, including eCommerce

Assists in assortment decisions and new item placements

Provides input / makes recommendations on new events, promotions, and ad language

Analytics:

Performs in-depth analysis for supplier negotiation; makes recommendations based on analysis

Analyzes / generates / compiles support documentation for meetings and budgeting, and for category-level financial analysis and post-event analysis

Conducts post-event analysis

Prepares budgets and forecasting purchasing trends

Compiles reports on product performance and statistics

What is your background?

A related degree or comparable formal training, certification, or work experience

5+ years of experience in business, merchandising / procurement, or store operations

Experience in systems, processes, and analysis

Experience in product information data flow

Experience in merchandising software systems (a plus)

Do you have what it takes to be a fit as an H-E-B BDA II?

Working knowledge of systems, processes, and analysis

Working knowledge of product information data flow

Advanced interpersonal skills

Strong verbal / written communication skills

Strong analytical skills

Strong organization and time management skills

Strong PC skills, including proficiency in MS Excel and software / systems required by the job (e.g., eComm, BI)

Ability to work cohesively on internal / external contacts

Ability to work on cross-functional teams

Ability to manage multiple priorities and shift focus between projects / tasks under pressure

Ability to work as a strong team player

Ability to problem solve and bring forth issues and recommendations

Customer service-oriented

Can you

Function in a fast-paced, retail, office environment

Travel by car or plane with overnight stays

Work extended hours; sit for extended periods

Regularly lift 20 lbs or more

05-202-Requisition ID: 2023-93569 Post End Date: 9/7/2023 Name: Grocery Procurement Exmpt External Company URL: careers.heb.com Street: 646 S. Flores