Surge Team Retail Merchandiser

POSITION SUMMARY:

To make a positive contribution and measurably impact grocery store sales by ensuring successful execution of KOMPASS schedules, special projects and reset work in designated Ruler stores. Responsible for timely and accurate completion of grocery store section reset work. Support division’s merchandising efforts in a manner consistent with The Ruler Co. Mission and P.L. Marketing.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Read and understand plan-o-grams

Collect plan-o-grams, new item tags and new item product and prepare work area in order to complete section reset

Break down sections in an orderly manner to allow customers to shop other sections in that aisle

Re-position shelving and place product according to updated schematic

Clean up work area

Complete forms and report section completion to Ruler and immediate supervisors

Facilitate the completion of all reset work and special projects as scheduled

Help identify opportunities to increase sales of Kroger Corporate Brands with recommendations for new items, improved product placement, pricing/promotional opportunities and resolution for any supply/stocking issues

Frequently communicate with Ruler store, zone and division management with status updates regarding ongoing special projects and/or grocery store resets

Have working knowledge and be able to address any issues or questions related to surge-work and special projects

May provide direction for the resetting of grocery/HBC/GM sections according to a detailed plan

Provide customer assistance and have a working knowledge of Ruler's Customer 1st Strategy

Provide support and be a resource to both P.L. Marketing and Ruler division personnel as needed

Continue to gain expertise in all facets of the grocery industry, especially in product placement, KOMPASS, surge/temporary, facilities management and supply-chain/stocking

Professionally and effectively represent P.L. Marketing to members of Ruler Management

Comply with the guidelines established for KOMPASS employees, especially those regarding timeliness, productivity, teamwork, communication and clocking in/out guidelines

Must remain qualified as an insurable driver

Frequent overnight travel required

During periods of reduced regular scheduled hours due to circumstances including but not limited to holidays or unforeseen urgent customer support needs, employees may be responsible for additional store support outside of their normal essential job functions

Must be able to perform essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodations

MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

High School diploma or GED required

Be 18 years of age or older

3 + years of retail grocery merchandising experience preferred

Highly motivated self-starter who can work with minimal supervision

Communicate (read, write and speak) fluent English

Understand how to read and execute shelf plans

Proficient Microsoft office applications and able to learn various computer systems

Capability to collaborate with others and contribute effectively to a team

Excellent communication, organization and problem solving skills

Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, prioritize and multi-task

Qualify as an insurable driver and maintain an excellent driving record

A smartphone with internet/data access is required. This position may require installation and utilization of an app on your smartphone to complete the requirements of the position

Must be able to provide personal tape measure and safety gloves to perform essential job functions

MINIMUM PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

Must be able to:

legally operate a motor vehicle unassisted

remain standing and/or walking unassisted for several hours at a time

lift, push or pull 50 lbs. or more on a regular basis and occasionally up to 70 lbs.

continuously reach up and bend down, reach in all directions and have unlimited upper body mobility

lift and extend 30 lbs. above the head, sometimes repeatedly

have unlimited manual dexterity

tolerate exposure to extreme temperatures (0-90 degrees)

DESIRED PREVIOUS JOB EXPERIENCE:

Retail grocery store operations and/or grocery merchandising experience

Expertise in resetting of grocery/HBC/GM sections according to a detailed plan-o-gram

COMPETENCIES/SKILLS:

Some of the Competencies/Skills required to successfully perform this position are:

Adaptability – maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures

Building Strategic Working Relationships – developing and using collaborative relationships with Ruler store, zone and division employees and peers from other broker partners to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals

Building Trust – interacting with Ruler store, zone and division personnel in a way that gives Ruler employees confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization

Coaching – providing timely guidance and feedback to surge/temporary team members to help strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas needed to accomplish a task or solve a problem

Communication – clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in the English language

Customer Focus – making Ruler customers and their needs a primary focus of one’s actions; developing and sustaining productive relationships with Ruler employees

Decision Making – identifying and understanding issues, problems and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints and probable consequences

Inclusion – appreciating and leveraging the capabilities, insights and ideas of all individuals; working effectively with individuals of diverse style, ability and motivation for a direct effect on business results

Initiating Action – taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive; generating innovative solutions in work situations

Negotiation – effectively exploring alternatives and positions to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance from all parties involved

Safety Awareness – identifying and correcting conditions that affect employee and customer safety; upholding safety standards

Work Standards – setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed