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Merchandising Assistant

Greco Los Angeles

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Job ID R213540 Date posted 08/13/2025

Employment Type Full time

Company name US1985 Greco Concord South California (Concord Foods, Inc.)

Compensation $17.60 - $26.35

Compensation Range The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors.

Job Profile Summary Responsible for developing, managing and delivering support services to the organization's sales force. Activities include: • Processing orders from customers and resolving complaints • Advising customers on product shortages, expected delivery dates, price changes, etc. • Acting as a liaison between customers, production and distribution departments • Selecting, managing and training on sales-related systems & databases (e.g., CRM: customer relationship management systems, ETMS: electronic territory management systems, etc.) • Assisting sales teams with an individual account and sales territory planning • Assisting sales teams with sales reporting

Description

JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Vice President of Merchandising, this position will be responsible for the execution of purchasing duties and maintaining high service levels to customers. Personally, managing and making purchasing decisions regarding all lines of business, working with buyers, finance, and operations in the coordination of all inbound orders.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide technical, customer relations, and personnel management for major programs and projects

  • Assist with all types of purchasing orders including but not limited to, special and standing orders

  • Coordinate all inbound appointments for receiving purposes

  • Assist sales force with questions pertaining to produce and non-produce items

  • Complete all the tasks as assigned by VP of Merchandising per the deadlines

  • Handle all credits and returns promptly to minimize shrink

  • Work with pricing department, vendors and corporate to ensure all PO’s (purchase order) priced correctly

  • Participate in inventory activities including cycle counts

  • Cover buyers as needed

QUALIFICATIONS
Education

  • High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience

  • 1 year purchasing, sales, marketing, customer service or any other related field of study are preferred

Skills

  • Strong communication skills and the ability to handle crisis situations effectively

  • Proven ability to communicate effectively over the phone, good negotiating and interpersonal skills and ability to handle stress effectively

  • Good math skills

  • Must have good written and verbal communication skills and be able to effectively communicate with others.

  • Strong ability with Excel and Word


Decision Making Authority

  • Communication of short or subbed items for customers

  • Inform vendors of quality issues and discrepancies

  • Approving invoices to be paid

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Overview Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law. This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.

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