Sales & Promotions Coordinator - II - Central Region/Remote

Company: UNFI
Location: Providence
Posted on: September 18, 2024

Job Description:

PURPOSE:To provide assistance and support for Merchandisers, Sr. Merchandisers, and Sales and Promotions Leads in pursuit of department and category objectives. To complete a variety of specialized duties that support the consumer marketing operations and support developing sales-driving efforts as well as weekly ads for retail. The duties in the Sales and Promotions Coordinator job family focus on tasks and/or work that are unique to the department and require knowledge and skills that are beyond what is needed for general office work.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Proof ad planners for assigned retailer groups.Responsible for sending ad planner corrections to merchandising staff and follow through.Compile scan information from ad planner to spreadsheets, and post to SVHarbor for assigned retail groups.Filing, faxing, copying, mailing, phones, and email as well as various related assignments.Resolve all internal and external customer requests and concerns while maintaining a high level of professionalism and service.Post weekly ad planners to SVHarbor and E-Merch for assigned groups.Compile summary reports for key accounts as needed for Sales & Promotions Coordinator Sr. and Manager.Responsible for version changes in DPP for assigned ad groups, at the direction of assigned Sales and Promotions Coordinator Sr. and/or Managers.Retail and department communications to include correspondence with customer service, vendors, and other UNFI departments as directed.Provide Feedback to the department on process improvement opportunities.Maintain new and discontinued Ad Group member lists.Arrange and make notifications of appointments.Answers telephone calls, tactfully handles inquiries and transfers to the appropriate party.Assembles and analyzes information, and prepares reports, manuals, and agendas.Perform general office duties and other tasks as assigned.Resolve all internal and external customer requests and concerns while maintaining a high level of professionalism and service.Reviews information/data and makes decisions within well-defined guidelines, parameters, and instructions.Examines and prioritizes documents to determine work to be completed or the best course of action.Sorts, files, and maintains invoices, receipts, contracts, or other special department documents.Provide Feedback to the department on process improvement opportunities.Compiles minor statistical data.Makes and checks routine one and two-step math calculations.Completes keyboarding projects such as preparing correspondence and mailings.Checks own work for accuracy.Coordinates special programs and/or events.Cross Cross-trained across multiple Desks.JOB REQUIREMENTS:Education/ Certifications:Associates degree in business/marketing desired or equivalent experience.Experience:2-3 years related experience in business/marketing.Skills/Abilities:Proficient in buying systems & DPP.Basic advertising and grocery product knowledge preferred.Grocery retail experience beneficial.Intermediate keyboarding proficiency, and computer skills; spreadsheets.Math skills at a specific level (i.e. one step: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division two-step percent calculations, or more advanced.)Reading, writing, math, and communication skills at a proficient level.Intermediate skills in MS Word, Excel, and Access.Ability to follow verbal or written instructions.Intermediate keyboarding proficiency.Ability to stay focused and maintain accuracy on repetitive tasks.Strong detail orientation.Must be able to communicate effectively by telephone and provide a high level of customer service.Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/ DEMANDS:Some travel may be required.Incumbent may sit for long periods at a desk or computer terminal.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephones, and other office equipment during the normal workday.Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in the completion of job duties.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.#LI-Remote

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