Position:                              Fresh Produce Promotion Specialist
Location:                             Mt. Juliet, TN
Salary:                                  $70K base+ UP - DOE  
Benefits:                              Company laptop, Full Health Benefits, 401K, Vacation time & more.
Contact:                               John@SourceRecruitmentSolutions.com
 
Our client, a premier food company with customers nationwide is seeking an experienced Fresh Produce Promotion Specialist .

Job Summary

The Fresh Produce Promotion Specialist supports retail customers by driving profitable produce sales, providing merchandising expertise, and acting as a liaison between the company and stores. This role requires strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills, along with knowledge of produce operations and merchandising best practices.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular store visits to support produce sales growth and provide member guidance.
• Analyze departmental financials, operations, and competitor strategies; provide actionable recommendations.
• Develop and implement produce merchandising plans, including allocation programs and plan-o-grams.
• Assist with weekly ad planning by coordinating with members, vendors, department managers, and buyers.
• Monitor inventory, quality control, and warehouse program compliance.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, sanitation standards, and federal/state regulations (FDA).
• Utilize technology and the Flawless Execution method to track and report results.

Requirements:

• Retail grocery and fresh produce experience required; degree not required. Equivalent experience in produce merchandising considered.
• 2 + years’ experience marketing, promoting, merchandising or selling fresh produce products to retail grocery stores & grocery wholesalers.
• Provide professional appearance and provide positive company image to the public.
• Strong PC skills, Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial and operational reports.
• Excellent communication skills for presentations and reports.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to regional store locations.
• Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs, stand, walk, stoop, climb, and perform hands-on merchandising activities.
• Work occurs in stores, including freezers, coolers, and around heavy machinery.
• Possess a valid driver’s license as this position requires some overnight travel.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the USA without the need for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.

If you are interested or know of someone that would be a great match, please send a MS Word resume & cover letter to John Marino at John@SourceRecruitmentSolutions.com  

Or Apply directly here online by clicking the "APPLY NOW" link:


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