Full-Time

Merchandise Services Associate

Card and Party

Posted on 11/15/2024

Meijer

Meijer

10,001+ employees

Family-owned retail chain offering groceries and merchandise

Consumer Goods

Entry, Junior

Grand Rapids, MI, USA

Category
Procurement & Sourcing
Operations & Logistics
Requirements
  • Bachelors or Associates Degree preferred.
  • 1-2 years of previous merchandising or retail experience preferred.
  • Project management skills.
  • Attention to detail & timeline management.
  • Ability to gather and interpret data for various reports, as necessary to execute tasks.
  • Knowledge of the retail industry; understanding of specific category product lines and core customer behavior.
  • Results focused; uses performance targets and goals to drive own activities as well as help team succeed.
  • Office computer skills; able to learn company systems and tools, preference for Microsoft application experience.
Responsibilities
  • Item Set Up and Validation of Product Data necessary to enable ordering of final products.
  • MSA will work within the Stibo Product Information Management Applications (PIM).
  • Processes Item Master Data Fields, both Mandatory and Optional Attributes and Fields.
  • Executes Pricing Link Group maintenance as directed by Merchant, in collaboration with pricing team and merchant.
  • Processes Vendor Data Synchronization for GDSN (Global Data Synchronization Network) Vendor Information via the 1WorldSync Data Pool.
  • Troubleshoot and collaborate with Merchants, Vendors, IT and other areas regarding Item Master Data.
  • Collaborates with merchant teams and vendors through merchant directive to execute the above expectations.
  • Executes Promotional Offers utilizing Buyer Workbench (BWB), including CM Promotion Lists to CM team.
  • Ensure all aspects of promotional needs are met (image; pricing; copy). Accountable to accuracy of offers, signs and images.
  • Executes Sign Copy and Creation, supporting BWB Promotional Offers and Baseline Price Signs.
  • Participates in Advertising Proofing Meetings and takes action as necessary.
  • Collaborates with merchant teams and vendors to execute above expectations.
  • Ensures Mandatory fields of CFD are provided by Vendors at time of Product Set Up.
  • Processes Maintenance of existing CFD product information.
  • Collaborates with Merchandising, Marketing, ITS departments, Store Partners and Vendors to execute CFD and Product Data based on business rules (both current and newly created).
  • Ensures all product information is accurately reflected on the Website, meeting Digital business rules.
  • Attends and engages in Core Team and BRM Meetings as agreed to with first assistant.
  • Executes Maintenance supporting Product Flow Information; PID Status, Case-Pack Status, Primary UPC, and Primary Case-Pack Flags; Case-Pack Associated GTIN Maintenance changes.
  • Executes Product Out-dates that support Clearance Pricing Execution.
  • Executes Ecommerce Effective Dates and Ecommerce Eligibility Flags to support Digital Readiness.
  • Executes Case-Pack Sourcing flags for Direct to Store Delivery (DSD) vendors and products.
  • Executes Country of Origin information that support Produce Baseline Pricing Signs.
  • Executes Locked Scale Pricing as directed by Meat/Seafood Merchants.

Meijer operates as a family-owned retail chain that has been in business since 1934, primarily serving customers in the Midwest United States. The company offers a wide variety of products, including fresh food, household items, and popular brands, all at competitive prices. Meijer’s large-format stores combine grocery and general merchandise, allowing customers to complete their shopping in one location. This approach not only enhances convenience but also supports high-volume sales and cost efficiency. Meijer stands out from its competitors through its strong commitment to community engagement and customer satisfaction, investing in local initiatives and fostering a respectful workplace culture for its team members. The company's goal is to enrich the communities it serves while providing quality products and exceptional service to a diverse customer base.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$26.3M

Headquarters

Greenville, South Carolina

Founded

N/A

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Meijer's expansion into new markets, such as the potential entry into Pittsburgh, indicates growth opportunities and job creation.
  • The launch of new private label products, like school supplies, can attract budget-conscious shoppers and increase profitability.
  • Meijer's community initiatives, such as the $250K donation to the Industrial Sewing and Innovation Center, strengthen its reputation and customer loyalty.

What critics are saying

  • Expansion into new markets like Pittsburgh could face logistical and competitive challenges, impacting profitability.
  • The retail sector's competitive nature requires Meijer to continuously innovate and adapt to changing consumer preferences to maintain its market position.

What makes Meijer unique

  • Meijer's supercenter format offers a one-stop shopping experience, combining groceries and general merchandise under one roof, which sets it apart from specialized retailers.
  • The company's strong focus on community involvement and sustainability initiatives enhances its brand image and customer loyalty, distinguishing it from competitors.
  • Meijer's commitment to employee welfare, as evidenced by its recognition as a Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion, underscores its dedication to creating a positive work environment.

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