Traveling Merchandiser

About the Role

Core-Mark International is seeking a full-time Traveling Merchandiser to join their team based in Calgary, Alberta. This role supports critical activities within North America's food distribution network and offers a safe, inclusive environment with a culture valuing rewards and respect.

Job Details

• Work schedule: Monday to Friday, typically 8 AM to 5 PM, with some variation as business needs dictate.
• Your responsibilities will require daily travel within your designated territory serving customer retail locations.
• Base salary ranges from $47,000 to $52,000 annually, supplemented with a monthly car allowance, a gas card, and phone reimbursement.

Primary Responsibilities

Reporting to the Sales Account Manager, you will manage execution and maintenance of the SmartStock Programs. Key duties encompass:

• Following a detailed call routine as outlined by the Sales Account Manager and maintaining weekly communication for updated execution guidance.
• Performing merchandising tasks including tote to rack merchandising, assembling display racks, executing plan-o-grams, rotating products, and other merchandising services.
• Minimizing out-of-stock situations on shelves and ensuring product freshness and compliance with date code standards.
• Addressing customer inquiries in a timely fashion, adhering to marketing standards and in-store compliance.
• Identifying and optimizing display opportunities, ensuring correct pricing, product identification, and proper presentation.
• Providing solutions to customer challenges as needed and carrying out additional assigned responsibilities.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and reliable personal vehicle including proper insurance; snow tires may be necessary.
• Ability to drive to customer locations using personal transportation (gas card provided).
• Competency in communicating effectively and understanding store plan-o-gram and procedural instructions.
• Capability to operate hand-held inventory control devices, calculators, and computers.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications such as Excel and Outlook.

Additional Benefits

• Health and wellness benefits.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).
• Paid direct drug card and paid time off.
• Scholarship opportunities available for children of employees.