Merchandising Specialist

Overview The Grocery Department Specialist is responsible for supporting the execution of category strategy and tactics. This primarily involves partnering with category managers, cross-functional teams, and external partners to ensure timely actions surrounding the launch, merchandising, marketing, maintenance, deal management, and discontinuation of the products Sprouts carries. Overview of Responsibilities Serve as liaison with product stakeholders including brands, distributors, stores, pricing, marketing, data integrity, schematics, and merchandising Contribute to item scorecarding and product evaluation for differentiation, innovation, and quality Support store team members with product inquiry and ticket submission / review Partner with brands to collect, review, modify, approve, and reject deal contracts in our deal management system Ensure all ad items are accurate and correctly entered in retail studio, softproof proofing, and marketing materials Create buildups for weekly and monthly ads to track items and promotional funding Assist in coordinating new product roll-outs Support Category Managers in the development of merchandising plans that drive increased share and category growth Communicate key initiatives and changes to store team members via the ad directives or can stacker Ad hoc projects or reports in support of the category or department #LI-CS1 Qualifications Bachelor Degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience Two years of experience related to retail purchasing, marketing and / or merchandising Supermarket Grocery experience required Requires outstanding communication skills amongst a strong interpersonal attitude that demonstrates team relationship building, organization, problem solving, multi-tasking and prioritization Requires experience in Microsoft Suite, with a high level proficiency in Microsoft Excel High degree of creativity and ability to work independently Benefits In addition to a rewarding career, Sprouts offers a comprehensive program to help support you and your family. These programs include : Competitive pay Sick time plan that you can use to support you or your immediate families health Vacation accrual plan Opportunities for career growth 15% discount for you and one other family member in your household on all purchases made at Sprouts Flexible schedules Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (K) Retirement savings plan with a generous company match Company paid life insurance Contests and appreciation events throughout the year full of prizes, food and fun! Eligibility requirements may apply for the following benefits : Bonus based on company and / or individual performance Affordable benefit coverage, including medical, dental and vision Health Savings Account with company match Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care Company paid short-term disability coverage Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers Paid holidays