Merchandising Assistant

Company:

US1108 FreshPoint Atlanta, Inc.

Zip Code:

30213

Minimum Level of Education:

High School or Equivalent

Minimum Years of Experience:

2 Years

Employment Type:

Full Time

Travel Percentage:

0

OVERVIEW:

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.

JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Executive Vice President, this position will be responsible for the execution of the cruise line and purchasing duties. Personally managing and making decisions regarding our cruise line business, converting and entering our cruise line orders, and working with purchasing, transportation, and operations in the coordination of all orders. This position will assist in purchasing, and maintaining high service levels to our customers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical, customer relations, and personnel management for major programs and projects
• Provide 24/7support (phone and/or email) for cruise line corporate offices
• Assist purchasing in produce and non-produce procurement
• Coordinate all inbound appointments for receiving purposes
• Assist sales force with questions pertaining to produce and non-produce items
• Complete all the tasks as assigned by EVP per the deadlines
• Cover buyers as needed

QUALIFICATIONS
Education
High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience
2 years Sales and Marketing or any other related field of study are preferred

Skills

• Excellent knowledge of produce
• Strong communication skills and the ability to handle crisis situations effectively
• Proven ability to communicate effectively over the phone, good negotiating and interpersonal skills and ability to handle stress effectively
• Good math skills
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills and be able to effectively communicate with others.

• Strong ability with Excel and Word

Decision Making Authority

• Communication of short or subbed items for the cruise ships
• Declaration of equipment needed for delivery to cruise lines

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

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and considers 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 opportunityis available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.