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Merchandise Colleague

Houston, Texas

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At Sysco, we're building long-lasting customer relationships through our top-quality products and services, innovative technology solutions and extraordinary sales colleagues. Here, you’ll leverage our comprehensive, industry-leading training with your outgoing nature, creativity, strategic thinking and commitment to excellence to set your customers up for success. This allows your customers to grow their business—and you to grow your career.

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Merchandise Colleague

Houston, TX

Job ID R193234 Date posted 04/28/2025

Employment Type Part time

Company name US6469 Sysco Payroll, Division of Sysco Resources Services, LLC

Compensation Range The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco’s actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors

Job Profile Summary To efficiently manage the stocking, organization, and presentation of products on the sales floor, ensuring a clean and welcoming environment for customers while maintaining product availability and store appearance. This position is located at 1212 Old Spanish Trail, Houston, TX 77054

Description

Purpose:
To efficiently manage the stocking, organization, and presentation of products on the sales floor, ensuring a clean and welcoming environment for customers while maintaining product availability and store appearance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Opening Procedures:

    • Arrive on time for shift and participate in pre-shift meetings.

    • Review daily tasks and priorities with the supervisor.

    • Ensure assigned areas are clean and ready for customers.

    • Replace damaged or missing shelf labels.

    • Confirm signage is accurate and up-to-date.

  • Stocking:

    • Replenish merchandise from the backroom to the sales floor.

    • Follow planograms to place products correctly.

    • Use FIFO (First-In, First-Out) method to rotate stock.

    • Report low inventory levels to the supervisor.

  • Zoning:

    • Keep merchandise neat and organized in designated areas.

    • Face products for a uniform appearance.

    • Remove damaged or misplaced items.

    • Ensure all price tags and labels are visible and correctly positioned.

  • Sign Maintenance:

    • Check for and replace outdated, damaged, or missing signs.

    • Ensure all promotional materials are current and displayed correctly.

    • Remove expired promotional signage.

  • Area Maintenance:

    • Keep assigned areas clean and free of debris.

    • Report any safety or maintenance issues.

    • Assist in cleaning common areas, including aisles, PODs, and endcaps.

  • Closing Procedures:

    • Conduct final zone checks 30 minutes before closing.

    • Ensure all merchandise is organized and secured.

    • Remove misplaced items and return them to their proper locations.

    • Assist in cleaning and straightening assigned areas.

  • Customer Service:

    • Greet customers in your area and assist with product locations.

    • Answer basic customer inquiries and direct them to the appropriate staff for complex issues.

  • Continuous Improvement:

    • Stay updated on product knowledge, promotions, and membership benefits.

    • Actively seek feedback for personal improvement.

    • Participate in additional training as required.

Additional Duties:

  • Assist with regular inventory counts.

  • Support store merchandising, including setting up displays and promotional areas.

  • Participate in curbside pickup and store marketing initiatives.

  • Help train new team members.

  • Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisors to ensure smooth store operations.

Qualifications:

  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.

  • Ability to follow directions and work independently or as part of a team.

Definitions:

  • Stocking: Replenishing merchandise from backroom to the sales floor.

  • Zoning: Organizing and straightening merchandise to create a neat, welcoming shopping environment.

  • Planogram: Visual layout guide for product placement in stores.

  • FIFO: First-In, First-Out method for rotating stock.

  • Facing: Aligning products to the front edge of shelves for a uniform look.

  • Go-backs: Items returned to their designated location on the sales floo

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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Success Profile

We’re looking for a Sales team member who possesses the following traits.

  • Ambitious
  • Proactive
  • Results Driven
  • Achiever
  • Self Starter
  • Trustworthy

What Fuels Sysco

Every day around the planet, the people of Sysco work together to connect the world, innovate with purpose and care for one another. As the leading global foodservice distributor, we’re paving the way for a healthier today and a more sustainable future.

Career Path

There are many ways to grow your career with Sysco. Here is an example.

  • Sales Consultant
  • District Sales Manager
  • Local Sales Director
  • Region VP Sales

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary, bonus, plus promotional incentive opportunities

  • Car allowance (mileage reimbursement for candidates in CA) and cell phone provided

  • Career pathing opportunities for both entry level, and experienced individuals

  • Specialized sales training

  • Monthly and annual sales rewards and recognition

  • 401(k) with automatic matching

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits

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