Position Overview The Sr Dir, Merchandising for Piggly Wiggly Midwest is responsible for leading, organizing, and articulating the near and long-term strategic plans for the merchandising team. The Sr Dir, Merchandising will provide leadership and direction to develop strategy and create sales and margin-driving programs and events that lead to strong sales for Piggly Wiggly corporate stores retail, Franchise sales & gross profit targets, and any additional independent retailer targets. Responsible for the retail go to market strategy and execution. This includes leading the Advertising decisions on the weekly print Ad, investment level to drive customer traffic, when and where to invest in additional media buys and reacting to the effectiveness and customer trends The Sr Dir, Merchandising will lead merchandising teams to ensure the integrity and execution of merchandising initiatives and business development plans for categories. The Sr Dir, Merchandising is responsible for the merchandising P&L and overall margin contribution. The Sr Dir, Merchandising will interact directly with vendors and suppliers to build relationships and negotiate best-in-class cost and promotional support for the company and our Independent customers. The Sr Dir, Merchandising will lead and implement category strategies, leveraging scale, building strategic vendor relationships to support financial growth, and ensuring regional customer needs are met. The Sr Dir, Merchandising will lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet the needs of the ever-changing competitive landscape through innovation, strategic planning, and continued development and training for merchandising teams. Job Description Description Strategy Implementation/Plan of Action: Set goals and strategic direction for the business, ensuring alignment with broader business goals and vision. Responsible for leading merchandising teams with a customer-first mindset and ensuring regional needs and selling opportunities are fully embedded in strategies and target setting. Drive strategic negotiations with external vendors to build portfolio share and build long-term strategic relationships with suppliers and manufacturers. Execute category planning process across product portfolio of responsibility, including development and implementation of category plans; leveraging insights in order to formulate key strategies and category initiatives to achieve incremental sales and margin growth. Responsible for negotiating cost, assortment, and promotional strategies reflective of regional Independent customer needs. Develop recommended pricing strategy for Independent Retail Customers to ensure delivery of agreed-upon gross margin targets. Develop annual category plans, which include current situation analysis, vision/strategy, specific category plans & budgets. Financial Management: Manage a full P&L, including planning, forecasting, and driving growth for the category, possessing a complete understanding of internal and external variables that impact the business. Perform monthly verification of plans and provide an explanation for variances in budgeted sales/gross profit & other metrics, as well as provide projections for upcoming months. Accountable for the strategic development, planning, costing, execution, and financial performance of assigned categories across the total business. Develop plans to close gaps and improve sale /margin performance year on year. Develop recommended retail pricing guidelines in conjunction with the Vice President for stores to optimize category profitability and establish suggested retail prices within these guidelines in balance with cost and agreed-upon gross margin goals. Review competitive cost and pricing information and lead negotiations with vendors/brokers for best cost and targeted margin performance. Oversight & Execution: Generate and implement strategies to drive business improvements, innovation, and scale within the category and across the Independent Retail business. Identify industry trends relevant to customer selection and experience leveraging competitive insights and internal and external benchmarks, and syndicated data. Collaborate on Sales, Marketing, and Merchandising initiatives with Promotional Planning Managers and Commercial teams to ensure regional needs including seasonal selling and local events, are included in overall strategy and vendor negotiations. Innovate and implement new customer and vendor programs. Share market intelligence, and best practices and provide category expertise to improve cost, drive efficiencies and minimize potential supply chain risks. Provide direction/management of all assigned categories in the areas of cost, assortment, and promotional strategies. Proactively assess and manage commodity market risk to the organization. Negotiate terms & conditions consistent with corporate objectives, standards, and ethics, while delivering the best overall value. Perform SKU rationalization of categories and work with suppliers to continually offer the right assortment to customers. Collaborate with Category Merchandising to validate assortment and ensure new items, promoted items, and best fit the retail environment and across each region and ensure best placement in POG's Meet with Regional Customers to understand perspectives on product, placement, price, and promotion from Independent customers and their shoppers Work with Marketing Department or Advertising/Promotions to drive incremental sales and margin for assigned portfolio. Maintains strong working relationships with VP, Promotional Planning Mgrs., and Commercial teams and actively engages key retailers to define strategies and drive merchandising plans for assigned portfolios. Vendor Management: Identifies leverage opportunities and interacts with procurement to negotiate contracts, supply agreements, and/or programs to achieve the lowest possible acquisition costs (cost of goods) for products. Review solicitations from potential suppliers to determine if potential products and relationships are beneficial for the company considering the lowest cost, quality, and ability to meet demand and promotional needs for Independent retail business. Ensure efficient item assortment as well as manage supplier in-stock concerns and aged inventory exit strategies. Lead teams and act as subject matter expert to support regional customer needs for cost, pricing, and promotional strategies. Review and work with Buying & Transportation groups and manufacturers to resolve out-of-stock issues. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with representatives and senior management of suppliers. Management, Coaching & Leadership: Develop team members within the team. Create success through the development of team members. Partner with executive leadership to develop near, mid, and long-term organizational structures. Responsible for hiring, developing, and leading a team Travel Required: Yes (up to 30%) Environment Office : Office Temperature (65F to 75F) Skills Specialized Knowledge: Superior analytical and quantitative skills, comfortable with complex financial data; Experienced in vendor negotiations, pricing and promotions, inventory management and product development; Deep understanding of financial methodology to determine costs, develop annual business plans and oversee key daily metrics (sales, volume, inventory, costs, etc.) Special Skills : Track record of delivering results, setting strategy and running a large volume and high profile business; Superior communications skills - speaking, writing, presenting and negotiating; High threshold for working in ambiguous, fast paced environments - figuring it out and adapting as you go; Ability to operate simultaneously and effectively in both tactical and strategic modes; Superior relational skills Years Of Experience 10+ years of negotiation and vendor management, in one or more large category(s), hiring and managing teams. 15+ years of relevant senior leadership experience in the food or grocery industry Qualifications Bachelor's Degree - Business Shift 1st Shift (United States of America) Company Piggly Wiggly Midwest LLC About Our Company Building on its more than 100-year history in the grocery business, Piggly Wiggly continues to grow its presence with stores throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. operates corporate stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model. This unique grocery store offers the selection and assortment of a national chain, with the service and local customization of a community-based retailer. Each store contains specialized local assortments to meet local shoppers' needs. Piggly Wiggly is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
10/02/2025
Full time
Position Overview The Sr Dir, Merchandising for Piggly Wiggly Midwest is responsible for leading, organizing, and articulating the near and long-term strategic plans for the merchandising team. The Sr Dir, Merchandising will provide leadership and direction to develop strategy and create sales and margin-driving programs and events that lead to strong sales for Piggly Wiggly corporate stores retail, Franchise sales & gross profit targets, and any additional independent retailer targets. Responsible for the retail go to market strategy and execution. This includes leading the Advertising decisions on the weekly print Ad, investment level to drive customer traffic, when and where to invest in additional media buys and reacting to the effectiveness and customer trends The Sr Dir, Merchandising will lead merchandising teams to ensure the integrity and execution of merchandising initiatives and business development plans for categories. The Sr Dir, Merchandising is responsible for the merchandising P&L and overall margin contribution. The Sr Dir, Merchandising will interact directly with vendors and suppliers to build relationships and negotiate best-in-class cost and promotional support for the company and our Independent customers. The Sr Dir, Merchandising will lead and implement category strategies, leveraging scale, building strategic vendor relationships to support financial growth, and ensuring regional customer needs are met. The Sr Dir, Merchandising will lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet the needs of the ever-changing competitive landscape through innovation, strategic planning, and continued development and training for merchandising teams. Job Description Description Strategy Implementation/Plan of Action: Set goals and strategic direction for the business, ensuring alignment with broader business goals and vision. Responsible for leading merchandising teams with a customer-first mindset and ensuring regional needs and selling opportunities are fully embedded in strategies and target setting. Drive strategic negotiations with external vendors to build portfolio share and build long-term strategic relationships with suppliers and manufacturers. Execute category planning process across product portfolio of responsibility, including development and implementation of category plans; leveraging insights in order to formulate key strategies and category initiatives to achieve incremental sales and margin growth. Responsible for negotiating cost, assortment, and promotional strategies reflective of regional Independent customer needs. Develop recommended pricing strategy for Independent Retail Customers to ensure delivery of agreed-upon gross margin targets. Develop annual category plans, which include current situation analysis, vision/strategy, specific category plans & budgets. Financial Management: Manage a full P&L, including planning, forecasting, and driving growth for the category, possessing a complete understanding of internal and external variables that impact the business. Perform monthly verification of plans and provide an explanation for variances in budgeted sales/gross profit & other metrics, as well as provide projections for upcoming months. Accountable for the strategic development, planning, costing, execution, and financial performance of assigned categories across the total business. Develop plans to close gaps and improve sale /margin performance year on year. Develop recommended retail pricing guidelines in conjunction with the Vice President for stores to optimize category profitability and establish suggested retail prices within these guidelines in balance with cost and agreed-upon gross margin goals. Review competitive cost and pricing information and lead negotiations with vendors/brokers for best cost and targeted margin performance. Oversight & Execution: Generate and implement strategies to drive business improvements, innovation, and scale within the category and across the Independent Retail business. Identify industry trends relevant to customer selection and experience leveraging competitive insights and internal and external benchmarks, and syndicated data. Collaborate on Sales, Marketing, and Merchandising initiatives with Promotional Planning Managers and Commercial teams to ensure regional needs including seasonal selling and local events, are included in overall strategy and vendor negotiations. Innovate and implement new customer and vendor programs. Share market intelligence, and best practices and provide category expertise to improve cost, drive efficiencies and minimize potential supply chain risks. Provide direction/management of all assigned categories in the areas of cost, assortment, and promotional strategies. Proactively assess and manage commodity market risk to the organization. Negotiate terms & conditions consistent with corporate objectives, standards, and ethics, while delivering the best overall value. Perform SKU rationalization of categories and work with suppliers to continually offer the right assortment to customers. Collaborate with Category Merchandising to validate assortment and ensure new items, promoted items, and best fit the retail environment and across each region and ensure best placement in POG's Meet with Regional Customers to understand perspectives on product, placement, price, and promotion from Independent customers and their shoppers Work with Marketing Department or Advertising/Promotions to drive incremental sales and margin for assigned portfolio. Maintains strong working relationships with VP, Promotional Planning Mgrs., and Commercial teams and actively engages key retailers to define strategies and drive merchandising plans for assigned portfolios. Vendor Management: Identifies leverage opportunities and interacts with procurement to negotiate contracts, supply agreements, and/or programs to achieve the lowest possible acquisition costs (cost of goods) for products. Review solicitations from potential suppliers to determine if potential products and relationships are beneficial for the company considering the lowest cost, quality, and ability to meet demand and promotional needs for Independent retail business. Ensure efficient item assortment as well as manage supplier in-stock concerns and aged inventory exit strategies. Lead teams and act as subject matter expert to support regional customer needs for cost, pricing, and promotional strategies. Review and work with Buying & Transportation groups and manufacturers to resolve out-of-stock issues. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with representatives and senior management of suppliers. Management, Coaching & Leadership: Develop team members within the team. Create success through the development of team members. Partner with executive leadership to develop near, mid, and long-term organizational structures. Responsible for hiring, developing, and leading a team Travel Required: Yes (up to 30%) Environment Office : Office Temperature (65F to 75F) Skills Specialized Knowledge: Superior analytical and quantitative skills, comfortable with complex financial data; Experienced in vendor negotiations, pricing and promotions, inventory management and product development; Deep understanding of financial methodology to determine costs, develop annual business plans and oversee key daily metrics (sales, volume, inventory, costs, etc.) Special Skills : Track record of delivering results, setting strategy and running a large volume and high profile business; Superior communications skills - speaking, writing, presenting and negotiating; High threshold for working in ambiguous, fast paced environments - figuring it out and adapting as you go; Ability to operate simultaneously and effectively in both tactical and strategic modes; Superior relational skills Years Of Experience 10+ years of negotiation and vendor management, in one or more large category(s), hiring and managing teams. 15+ years of relevant senior leadership experience in the food or grocery industry Qualifications Bachelor's Degree - Business Shift 1st Shift (United States of America) Company Piggly Wiggly Midwest LLC About Our Company Building on its more than 100-year history in the grocery business, Piggly Wiggly continues to grow its presence with stores throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. operates corporate stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model. This unique grocery store offers the selection and assortment of a national chain, with the service and local customization of a community-based retailer. Each store contains specialized local assortments to meet local shoppers' needs. Piggly Wiggly is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
Position Overview Keep our communities fed. Our focus is simple but meaningful, from our distribution centers to our offices - every employee of C&S and their family of companies works to help feed local families, neighbors, and communities. As a Buyer's Assistant II, you will assist buyers with inventory inbound maintenance and management, service level troubleshooting, and support various tasks with buyers, vendors, transportation, and warehouses. Job Description Full Time, On-Site Role Location: 2215 Union Ave., Sheboygan, WI 53081 You will contribute by: Purchase order entry: Manually key in customer order requests received into the C&S order processing system. Manage all aspects of inbound purchase orders, including revisions, expedites, dating, securing appointments, and routine follow-up until receipt. Respond to calls and emails from customers, buyers, vendors, and warehouses regarding purchase orders, inventory management, transportation, and impaired inventory issues. Oversee the return logistics process, including completion of R-Bills and coordination with buyers and external parties to manage the return/disposition of impaired inventories. Produce and distribute various procurement reports. Collect, organize, and distribute data. Support projects related to service level management and inventory management as assigned by the supervisor. Assist with start-up-related tasks when required by the department manager. We're looking for candidates with: Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel). Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively. Capacity to work in a fast-paced, evolving, and sometimes high-pressure environment. Environment: Office : Office Temperature (65F to 75F) We offer: Weekly Pay Benefits available from day 1 (medical, dental, vision, and more) Company matched 401k PTO and Holiday Pay offered Career Progression Opportunities Tuition Reimbursement Employee Health & Wellness program Employee Discounts / Purchasing programs Employee Assistance Program Every person matters. We keep our values alive through a culture that embraces differences and ensures that every person matters. The Fine Print This Job advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This job advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. This position may be with any affiliate of C&S Wholesale Grocers. Qualifications General Equivalency Diploma - General Studies, High School Diploma - General Studies Shift 1st Shift (United States of America) Company Piggly Wiggly Midwest LLC About Our Company Building on its more than 100-year history in the grocery business, Piggly Wiggly continues to grow its presence with stores throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. operates corporate stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model. This unique grocery store offers the selection and assortment of a national chain, with the service and local customization of a community-based retailer. Each store contains specialized local assortments to meet local shoppers' needs. Piggly Wiggly is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
10/02/2025
Full time
Position Overview Keep our communities fed. Our focus is simple but meaningful, from our distribution centers to our offices - every employee of C&S and their family of companies works to help feed local families, neighbors, and communities. As a Buyer's Assistant II, you will assist buyers with inventory inbound maintenance and management, service level troubleshooting, and support various tasks with buyers, vendors, transportation, and warehouses. Job Description Full Time, On-Site Role Location: 2215 Union Ave., Sheboygan, WI 53081 You will contribute by: Purchase order entry: Manually key in customer order requests received into the C&S order processing system. Manage all aspects of inbound purchase orders, including revisions, expedites, dating, securing appointments, and routine follow-up until receipt. Respond to calls and emails from customers, buyers, vendors, and warehouses regarding purchase orders, inventory management, transportation, and impaired inventory issues. Oversee the return logistics process, including completion of R-Bills and coordination with buyers and external parties to manage the return/disposition of impaired inventories. Produce and distribute various procurement reports. Collect, organize, and distribute data. Support projects related to service level management and inventory management as assigned by the supervisor. Assist with start-up-related tasks when required by the department manager. We're looking for candidates with: Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel). Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively. Capacity to work in a fast-paced, evolving, and sometimes high-pressure environment. Environment: Office : Office Temperature (65F to 75F) We offer: Weekly Pay Benefits available from day 1 (medical, dental, vision, and more) Company matched 401k PTO and Holiday Pay offered Career Progression Opportunities Tuition Reimbursement Employee Health & Wellness program Employee Discounts / Purchasing programs Employee Assistance Program Every person matters. We keep our values alive through a culture that embraces differences and ensures that every person matters. The Fine Print This Job advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This job advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. This position may be with any affiliate of C&S Wholesale Grocers. Qualifications General Equivalency Diploma - General Studies, High School Diploma - General Studies Shift 1st Shift (United States of America) Company Piggly Wiggly Midwest LLC About Our Company Building on its more than 100-year history in the grocery business, Piggly Wiggly continues to grow its presence with stores throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. operates corporate stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model. This unique grocery store offers the selection and assortment of a national chain, with the service and local customization of a community-based retailer. Each store contains specialized local assortments to meet local shoppers' needs. Piggly Wiggly is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
Position Overview Keep our communities fed. Our focus is simple but meaningful, from our distribution centers to our offices - every employee of C&S and their family of companies works to help feed local families, neighbors, and communities. As a Buyer in Bakery & Deli, you are responsible for purchasing assigned commodities from multiple vendors for the company to sell to its retail customers. This role requires maintaining service level agreements, adhering to budgeted inventory levels, engaging with customers on service expectations, and partnering with vendors to effectively manage all aspects of product flow. Job Description Full Time, On-Site Role Location: 2215 Union Ave., Sheboygan, WI 53081 You will contribute by: Placing purchase orders with vendors through the buying system, leveraging historical data, customer input, and demand forecasts. Generating and analyzing reports to monitor inventory levels and track product expiration dates within C&S warehouses. Negotiating with vendors and customers to improve product flow and resolve issues with close-dated, expired, or unproductive inventory. Utilizing system tools to analyze purchasing trends and guide decision-making. Collaborating with team members to achieve established goals and maintain budgeted inventory levels. Mentoring Buyer Assistants by setting priorities, serving as the central vendor contact, developing inventory projects and initiatives, and managing customer-specific processes. Engaging with customers to celebrate successes and address concerns. Partnering with the merchandising team to price new items, maintain item data, and support gross profit objectives. Assisting with seasonal volume, storm recovery, service-level recovery, absence or vacation coverage, and additional training as needed. We're searching for candidates with: Strong knowledge of the industry Expertise in one or more commodities is preferred Ability to build and maintain strong relationships Solid statistical and analytical skills Strong problem-solving and interpretation abilities Professional verbal and written communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively Minimum 1 year of purchasing experience, 2 years preferred Previous retail or grocery experience is preferred Environment: Office : Office Temperature (65F to 75F) We offer: Weekly Pay Benefits available from day 1 (medical, dental, vision, and more) Company matched 401k PTO and Holiday Pay offered Career Progression Opportunities Tuition Reimbursement Employee Health & Wellness program Employee Discounts / Purchasing programs Employee Assistance Program Every person matters. We keep our values alive through a culture that embraces differences and ensures that every person matters. The Fine Print This Job advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This job advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. This position may be with any affiliate of C&S Wholesale Grocers. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree - General Studies, High School Diploma - General Studies Shift 1st Shift (United States of America) Company Piggly Wiggly Midwest LLC About Our Company Building on its more than 100-year history in the grocery business, Piggly Wiggly continues to grow its presence with stores throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. operates corporate stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model. This unique grocery store offers the selection and assortment of a national chain, with the service and local customization of a community-based retailer. Each store contains specialized local assortments to meet local shoppers' needs. Piggly Wiggly is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
10/02/2025
Full time
Position Overview Keep our communities fed. Our focus is simple but meaningful, from our distribution centers to our offices - every employee of C&S and their family of companies works to help feed local families, neighbors, and communities. As a Buyer in Bakery & Deli, you are responsible for purchasing assigned commodities from multiple vendors for the company to sell to its retail customers. This role requires maintaining service level agreements, adhering to budgeted inventory levels, engaging with customers on service expectations, and partnering with vendors to effectively manage all aspects of product flow. Job Description Full Time, On-Site Role Location: 2215 Union Ave., Sheboygan, WI 53081 You will contribute by: Placing purchase orders with vendors through the buying system, leveraging historical data, customer input, and demand forecasts. Generating and analyzing reports to monitor inventory levels and track product expiration dates within C&S warehouses. Negotiating with vendors and customers to improve product flow and resolve issues with close-dated, expired, or unproductive inventory. Utilizing system tools to analyze purchasing trends and guide decision-making. Collaborating with team members to achieve established goals and maintain budgeted inventory levels. Mentoring Buyer Assistants by setting priorities, serving as the central vendor contact, developing inventory projects and initiatives, and managing customer-specific processes. Engaging with customers to celebrate successes and address concerns. Partnering with the merchandising team to price new items, maintain item data, and support gross profit objectives. Assisting with seasonal volume, storm recovery, service-level recovery, absence or vacation coverage, and additional training as needed. We're searching for candidates with: Strong knowledge of the industry Expertise in one or more commodities is preferred Ability to build and maintain strong relationships Solid statistical and analytical skills Strong problem-solving and interpretation abilities Professional verbal and written communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively Minimum 1 year of purchasing experience, 2 years preferred Previous retail or grocery experience is preferred Environment: Office : Office Temperature (65F to 75F) We offer: Weekly Pay Benefits available from day 1 (medical, dental, vision, and more) Company matched 401k PTO and Holiday Pay offered Career Progression Opportunities Tuition Reimbursement Employee Health & Wellness program Employee Discounts / Purchasing programs Employee Assistance Program Every person matters. We keep our values alive through a culture that embraces differences and ensures that every person matters. The Fine Print This Job advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This job advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. This position may be with any affiliate of C&S Wholesale Grocers. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree - General Studies, High School Diploma - General Studies Shift 1st Shift (United States of America) Company Piggly Wiggly Midwest LLC About Our Company Building on its more than 100-year history in the grocery business, Piggly Wiggly continues to grow its presence with stores throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. operates corporate stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model. This unique grocery store offers the selection and assortment of a national chain, with the service and local customization of a community-based retailer. Each store contains specialized local assortments to meet local shoppers' needs. Piggly Wiggly is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
Position Overview The Sr Dir, Merchandising for Piggly Wiggly Midwest is responsible for leading, organizing, and articulating the near and long-term strategic plans for the merchandising team. The Sr Dir, Merchandising will provide leadership and direction to develop strategy and create sales and margin-driving programs and events that lead to strong sales for Piggly Wiggly corporate stores retail, Franchise sales & gross profit targets, and any additional independent retailer targets. Responsible for the retail go to market strategy and execution. This includes leading the Advertising decisions on the weekly print Ad, investment level to drive customer traffic, when and where to invest in additional media buys and reacting to the effectiveness and customer trends The Sr Dir, Merchandising will lead merchandising teams to ensure the integrity and execution of merchandising initiatives and business development plans for categories. The Sr Dir, Merchandising is responsible for the merchandising P&L and overall margin contribution. The Sr Dir, Merchandising will interact directly with vendors and suppliers to build relationships and negotiate best-in-class cost and promotional support for the company and our Independent customers. The Sr Dir, Merchandising will lead and implement category strategies, leveraging scale, building strategic vendor relationships to support financial growth, and ensuring regional customer needs are met. The Sr Dir, Merchandising will lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet the needs of the ever-changing competitive landscape through innovation, strategic planning, and continued development and training for merchandising teams. Job Description Description Strategy Implementation/Plan of Action: Set goals and strategic direction for the business, ensuring alignment with broader business goals and vision. Responsible for leading merchandising teams with a customer-first mindset and ensuring regional needs and selling opportunities are fully embedded in strategies and target setting. Drive strategic negotiations with external vendors to build portfolio share and build long-term strategic relationships with suppliers and manufacturers. Execute category planning process across product portfolio of responsibility, including development and implementation of category plans; leveraging insights in order to formulate key strategies and category initiatives to achieve incremental sales and margin growth. Responsible for negotiating cost, assortment, and promotional strategies reflective of regional Independent customer needs. Develop recommended pricing strategy for Independent Retail Customers to ensure delivery of agreed-upon gross margin targets. Develop annual category plans, which include current situation analysis, vision/strategy, specific category plans & budgets. Financial Management: Manage a full P&L, including planning, forecasting, and driving growth for the category, possessing a complete understanding of internal and external variables that impact the business. Perform monthly verification of plans and provide an explanation for variances in budgeted sales/gross profit & other metrics, as well as provide projections for upcoming months. Accountable for the strategic development, planning, costing, execution, and financial performance of assigned categories across the total business. Develop plans to close gaps and improve sale /margin performance year on year. Develop recommended retail pricing guidelines in conjunction with the Vice President for stores to optimize category profitability and establish suggested retail prices within these guidelines in balance with cost and agreed-upon gross margin goals. Review competitive cost and pricing information and lead negotiations with vendors/brokers for best cost and targeted margin performance. Oversight & Execution: Generate and implement strategies to drive business improvements, innovation, and scale within the category and across the Independent Retail business. Identify industry trends relevant to customer selection and experience leveraging competitive insights and internal and external benchmarks, and syndicated data. Collaborate on Sales, Marketing, and Merchandising initiatives with Promotional Planning Managers and Commercial teams to ensure regional needs including seasonal selling and local events, are included in overall strategy and vendor negotiations. Innovate and implement new customer and vendor programs. Share market intelligence, and best practices and provide category expertise to improve cost, drive efficiencies and minimize potential supply chain risks. Provide direction/management of all assigned categories in the areas of cost, assortment, and promotional strategies. Proactively assess and manage commodity market risk to the organization. Negotiate terms & conditions consistent with corporate objectives, standards, and ethics, while delivering the best overall value. Perform SKU rationalization of categories and work with suppliers to continually offer the right assortment to customers. Collaborate with Category Merchandising to validate assortment and ensure new items, promoted items, and best fit the retail environment and across each region and ensure best placement in POG's Meet with Regional Customers to understand perspectives on product, placement, price, and promotion from Independent customers and their shoppers Work with Marketing Department or Advertising/Promotions to drive incremental sales and margin for assigned portfolio. Maintains strong working relationships with VP, Promotional Planning Mgrs., and Commercial teams and actively engages key retailers to define strategies and drive merchandising plans for assigned portfolios. Vendor Management: Identifies leverage opportunities and interacts with procurement to negotiate contracts, supply agreements, and/or programs to achieve the lowest possible acquisition costs (cost of goods) for products. Review solicitations from potential suppliers to determine if potential products and relationships are beneficial for the company considering the lowest cost, quality, and ability to meet demand and promotional needs for Independent retail business. Ensure efficient item assortment as well as manage supplier in-stock concerns and aged inventory exit strategies. Lead teams and act as subject matter expert to support regional customer needs for cost, pricing, and promotional strategies. Review and work with Buying & Transportation groups and manufacturers to resolve out-of-stock issues. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with representatives and senior management of suppliers. Management, Coaching & Leadership: Develop team members within the team. Create success through the development of team members. Partner with executive leadership to develop near, mid, and long-term organizational structures. Responsible for hiring, developing, and leading a team Travel Required: Yes (up to 30%) Environment Office : Office Temperature (65F to 75F) Skills Specialized Knowledge: Superior analytical and quantitative skills, comfortable with complex financial data; Experienced in vendor negotiations, pricing and promotions, inventory management and product development; Deep understanding of financial methodology to determine costs, develop annual business plans and oversee key daily metrics (sales, volume, inventory, costs, etc.) Special Skills : Track record of delivering results, setting strategy and running a large volume and high profile business; Superior communications skills - speaking, writing, presenting and negotiating; High threshold for working in ambiguous, fast paced environments - figuring it out and adapting as you go; Ability to operate simultaneously and effectively in both tactical and strategic modes; Superior relational skills Years Of Experience 10+ years of negotiation and vendor management, in one or more large category(s), hiring and managing teams. 15+ years of relevant senior leadership experience in the food or grocery industry Qualifications Bachelor's Degree - Business Shift 1st Shift (United States of America) Company Piggly Wiggly Midwest LLC About Our Company Building on its more than 100-year history in the grocery business, Piggly Wiggly continues to grow its presence with stores throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. operates corporate stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model. This unique grocery store offers the selection and assortment of a national chain, with the service and local customization of a community-based retailer. Each store contains specialized local assortments to meet local shoppers' needs. Piggly Wiggly is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
10/01/2025
Full time
Position Overview The Sr Dir, Merchandising for Piggly Wiggly Midwest is responsible for leading, organizing, and articulating the near and long-term strategic plans for the merchandising team. The Sr Dir, Merchandising will provide leadership and direction to develop strategy and create sales and margin-driving programs and events that lead to strong sales for Piggly Wiggly corporate stores retail, Franchise sales & gross profit targets, and any additional independent retailer targets. Responsible for the retail go to market strategy and execution. This includes leading the Advertising decisions on the weekly print Ad, investment level to drive customer traffic, when and where to invest in additional media buys and reacting to the effectiveness and customer trends The Sr Dir, Merchandising will lead merchandising teams to ensure the integrity and execution of merchandising initiatives and business development plans for categories. The Sr Dir, Merchandising is responsible for the merchandising P&L and overall margin contribution. The Sr Dir, Merchandising will interact directly with vendors and suppliers to build relationships and negotiate best-in-class cost and promotional support for the company and our Independent customers. The Sr Dir, Merchandising will lead and implement category strategies, leveraging scale, building strategic vendor relationships to support financial growth, and ensuring regional customer needs are met. The Sr Dir, Merchandising will lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet the needs of the ever-changing competitive landscape through innovation, strategic planning, and continued development and training for merchandising teams. Job Description Description Strategy Implementation/Plan of Action: Set goals and strategic direction for the business, ensuring alignment with broader business goals and vision. Responsible for leading merchandising teams with a customer-first mindset and ensuring regional needs and selling opportunities are fully embedded in strategies and target setting. Drive strategic negotiations with external vendors to build portfolio share and build long-term strategic relationships with suppliers and manufacturers. Execute category planning process across product portfolio of responsibility, including development and implementation of category plans; leveraging insights in order to formulate key strategies and category initiatives to achieve incremental sales and margin growth. Responsible for negotiating cost, assortment, and promotional strategies reflective of regional Independent customer needs. Develop recommended pricing strategy for Independent Retail Customers to ensure delivery of agreed-upon gross margin targets. Develop annual category plans, which include current situation analysis, vision/strategy, specific category plans & budgets. Financial Management: Manage a full P&L, including planning, forecasting, and driving growth for the category, possessing a complete understanding of internal and external variables that impact the business. Perform monthly verification of plans and provide an explanation for variances in budgeted sales/gross profit & other metrics, as well as provide projections for upcoming months. Accountable for the strategic development, planning, costing, execution, and financial performance of assigned categories across the total business. Develop plans to close gaps and improve sale /margin performance year on year. Develop recommended retail pricing guidelines in conjunction with the Vice President for stores to optimize category profitability and establish suggested retail prices within these guidelines in balance with cost and agreed-upon gross margin goals. Review competitive cost and pricing information and lead negotiations with vendors/brokers for best cost and targeted margin performance. Oversight & Execution: Generate and implement strategies to drive business improvements, innovation, and scale within the category and across the Independent Retail business. Identify industry trends relevant to customer selection and experience leveraging competitive insights and internal and external benchmarks, and syndicated data. Collaborate on Sales, Marketing, and Merchandising initiatives with Promotional Planning Managers and Commercial teams to ensure regional needs including seasonal selling and local events, are included in overall strategy and vendor negotiations. Innovate and implement new customer and vendor programs. Share market intelligence, and best practices and provide category expertise to improve cost, drive efficiencies and minimize potential supply chain risks. Provide direction/management of all assigned categories in the areas of cost, assortment, and promotional strategies. Proactively assess and manage commodity market risk to the organization. Negotiate terms & conditions consistent with corporate objectives, standards, and ethics, while delivering the best overall value. Perform SKU rationalization of categories and work with suppliers to continually offer the right assortment to customers. Collaborate with Category Merchandising to validate assortment and ensure new items, promoted items, and best fit the retail environment and across each region and ensure best placement in POG's Meet with Regional Customers to understand perspectives on product, placement, price, and promotion from Independent customers and their shoppers Work with Marketing Department or Advertising/Promotions to drive incremental sales and margin for assigned portfolio. Maintains strong working relationships with VP, Promotional Planning Mgrs., and Commercial teams and actively engages key retailers to define strategies and drive merchandising plans for assigned portfolios. Vendor Management: Identifies leverage opportunities and interacts with procurement to negotiate contracts, supply agreements, and/or programs to achieve the lowest possible acquisition costs (cost of goods) for products. Review solicitations from potential suppliers to determine if potential products and relationships are beneficial for the company considering the lowest cost, quality, and ability to meet demand and promotional needs for Independent retail business. Ensure efficient item assortment as well as manage supplier in-stock concerns and aged inventory exit strategies. Lead teams and act as subject matter expert to support regional customer needs for cost, pricing, and promotional strategies. Review and work with Buying & Transportation groups and manufacturers to resolve out-of-stock issues. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with representatives and senior management of suppliers. Management, Coaching & Leadership: Develop team members within the team. Create success through the development of team members. Partner with executive leadership to develop near, mid, and long-term organizational structures. Responsible for hiring, developing, and leading a team Travel Required: Yes (up to 30%) Environment Office : Office Temperature (65F to 75F) Skills Specialized Knowledge: Superior analytical and quantitative skills, comfortable with complex financial data; Experienced in vendor negotiations, pricing and promotions, inventory management and product development; Deep understanding of financial methodology to determine costs, develop annual business plans and oversee key daily metrics (sales, volume, inventory, costs, etc.) Special Skills : Track record of delivering results, setting strategy and running a large volume and high profile business; Superior communications skills - speaking, writing, presenting and negotiating; High threshold for working in ambiguous, fast paced environments - figuring it out and adapting as you go; Ability to operate simultaneously and effectively in both tactical and strategic modes; Superior relational skills Years Of Experience 10+ years of negotiation and vendor management, in one or more large category(s), hiring and managing teams. 15+ years of relevant senior leadership experience in the food or grocery industry Qualifications Bachelor's Degree - Business Shift 1st Shift (United States of America) Company Piggly Wiggly Midwest LLC About Our Company Building on its more than 100-year history in the grocery business, Piggly Wiggly continues to grow its presence with stores throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. operates corporate stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model. This unique grocery store offers the selection and assortment of a national chain, with the service and local customization of a community-based retailer. Each store contains specialized local assortments to meet local shoppers' needs. Piggly Wiggly is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
