International & Specialty Merchandiser

Associated Supermarket Group (ASG) has an excellent opportunity for an International & Specialty Merchandiser to be responsible for ensuring sales growth and profitability growth within these departments. The International & Specialty Merchandiser will seek out ways to improve distribution within our stores, as well as providing a relevant promotional program and improved item selection. They will work with all departments, including but not limited to Sales and Marketing, to expand customer awareness and increase participation and support. They will also work with our manufacturer partners through joint business planning efforts to create sales programs and incremental buying opportunities for our customers that will help us capture a larger share of their volume in these categories.

Type: Full-time/Exempt

Location: Hybrid; Remote; Port Washington, NY; Field - tri state area.

· Assess current pricing and assortment of international and specialty items through C&S and improve where necessary.

· Meet with vendors to create opportunities for them to invest in ASG and our stores to expand our sales and profitability.

· Meet with customers to get feedback on progress, needs, and understand what pain points or growth potential that need to be addressed.

· Collaborate with internal and external teams such as sales, marketing, logistics(C&S), and inventory management(C&S) to ensure seamless execution of customer-related activities.

· Create weekly promotional plan for international and specialty items that is competitive in the market.

· Process and manage orders from key accounts, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery of products.

· Serve as a point of contact for designated accounts, building strong relationships and ensuring open lines of communication.

· Monitor inventory levels and communicate any potential shortages or delays to vendors and customers, offering suitable alternatives when necessary.

· Maintain regular and effective communication with vendors to provide our customers updates on orders, promotions, new products, and relevant industry trends.

· Prepare and deliver reports on account performance, sales trends, and other relevant metrics to both internal stakeholders and clients.

· Address any concerns, inquiries, or issues raised by key accounts promptly and effectively.

· Collaborate with internal teams to resolve problems and ensure customer and vendor satisfaction.

· Collaborate with marketing teams to execute promotional activities and initiatives tailored to key accounts.

· Provide information about upcoming promotions and marketing campaigns to vendors.

· Manage contractual agreements, ensuring that terms and conditions are adhered to by both parties.

· Renew contracts and agreements as needed, in collaboration with legal and management teams.

· Monitor the competitive landscape and market trends to identify opportunities for vendor and customer growth and improvement.

· Provide insights and recommendations to vendors based on market insights and consumer behavior.

· Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, Finance or related field required.

· Prior experience in purchasing, account management, customer service, or sales within the supermarket, retail, or consumer goods industry.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point), Adobe Acrobat and other cloud-based systems.

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).

· Exceptional attention to detail.

· Team-oriented – flexible, helpful, and able to work well with others.

· Solution-oriented – proactive problem solver, quick learner, and strategic thinker.

· Ability to multi-task and stay organized in a fast-paced work environment.

Compensation: Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. The target hiring range for this position is between $75,000– $90,000/year.

How to apply:
To apply for this position, please email your resume and cover letter to (include the job title in the subject of the email):

ASG Human Resources Department
Email: Jesenia.Rodriguez@asghq.com

Equal Employment Opportunity
ASG is committed to employ, in its best judgment, the most suitable candidates for approved positions while engaging in recruitment and selection practices that are in compliance with all applicable employment laws. We are an equal opportunity employer: women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

About ASG: Associated Supermarket Group provides retail solutions to independently owned grocery stores in the Northeast and mid-Atlantic regions, providing distribution, marketing, merchandising, promotional services, and store financing. A relationship with ASG allows independently owned and operated stores to take advantage of the economies of scale normally available only to larger supermarket chains. ASG’s supermarket banners include Associated, Associated Fresh, Compare, Compare Fresh, Met Foods, Met Fresh, Pioneer and other independently named stores.