Grocery Merchandiser

Welcome to Rouses Our family-owned company has a long-standing commitment to provide our customers with the best quality, value and service every time they shop our stores. Great people make a company a great place to shop, work and build a career. Our team members are the foundation of who we are, why we have been successful for three generations and the reason we will continue to thrive for generations to come.

We are committed to being the area's leader in service, value, professionalism and clean stores. Rouses is growing and we're searching for leaders to grow with us. We look for leaders who can put the customer first, deliver results, develop talent, empower their teams and create excitement to sustain our reputation as "Best Place to Work." At Rouses, each person brings their skills and passion to a fast-paced, ever-changing retail environment.

The Grocery Merchandiser is an extension of the Store Support Office staff with the Center Store team. They are a partner and resource to store leaders in the Center Store departments ensuring company processes, policies and standards are effectively and consistently implemented. They regularly visit assigned stores to assess overall department performance including customer service, profit performance, programs, product presentation, inventory management, and team member scheduling. This individual is self-motivated and requires limited direction to achieve their objectives. The position reports to the Sr. Director of Center Store.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Core Accountabilities:

• Evaluating Center Store departments using standardized checklists with a continuous improvement focus across customer service, sales, profitability, operations & merchandising.

• Partner with Store and Department Managers to reinforce best practices, explain the "why" behind standards, and provide hands-on coaching and training

• Analyze sales, labor, credits, and other performance levers to identify opportunities and recommend solutions

• Collaborate with store leaders to establish improvement plans and track progress toward measurable goals

• Support the rollout of new products, programs, and processes in partnership with Category Management and Merchandising Directors

• Deliver exceptional customer service during store visits by modeling behaviors that reflect the company values

• Other duties, as assigned by management

Operational Support & Compliance:

• Ensure accurate and timely completion of required paperwork, price checks, and reporting

• Participate in key program tools (e.g. GOT, pick List) to help stores execute effectively

• Review and recap monthly inventory results; audit inventory procedures on-site as needed

• Provide upward feedback to Category Management, Store Directors, District Managers, and Senior Leadership regarding store and departmental performance.

• Engage with regional vendor operational support teams to hold our vendors accountable to the level of support needed to serve our stores and customers.

People Development:

• Coach Department Manager son leadership strengths and opportunities to elevate team and department success.

• Provide training and refresher support to team members as new initiatives are introduced or performance gaps identified

• Recognize and reinforce positive performance and celebrate wins at the store and department levels

Qualifications:

3+ Years in Retail Grocery, Center Store, or related Merchandising/Operations leadership experience

Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret sales, labor, and inventory data to drive decisions

Proven ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization – from front-line associates to senior leadership.

Proficiency with common retail systems such as web apps, Category Analyzer, BR Data & Microsoft Office Suite

Skilled at coaching and training others, with the ability to influence without direct authority

Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage priorities across multiple locations with limited supervision

Flexible schedule with the ability to travel frequently across assigned stores, with occasional overnight travel

Valid driver's license, auto insurance and reliable transportation

Ability to pass a criminal background check, driving history check and drug screen

Physical Requirements:

Able to stand and walk for extended periods of time

Able to drive for extended periods, as necessary to visit assigned store locations

Able to see products to determine PLU/UPC codes.

Able to stoop, squat, reach and maneuver to move product, boxes, bags, shelving, carts and equipment

Able to lift 50 lbs.

Pay: From $850.00 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person