Perishable Sales Specialist presso CERTCO INC

Description

Join Our Team as a Perishable Sales Specialist – Woodman’s (Madison/Central WI)

Are you passionate about grocery retail and building strong customer relationships? Certco, Inc. — recognized as a Top Workplace in Wisconsin — is looking for a Perishable Sales Specialist to join our team and represent us in Woodman’s stores across Madison/ Central Wisconsin.

This is your chance to make an impact by growing customer relations, ensuring the right products are on the shelves, and helping independent retailers succeed!

What You’ll Do

• Be the go-to resource in Woodman’s perishable departments across your territory
• Build and strengthen relationships with department managers to grow sales opportunities
• Ensure full placement of approved items and assist with product conversions
• Attend and help lead perishable resets alongside Woodman’s and Certco teams
• Use reports, KPIs, and store visits to identify opportunities and keep shelves stocked
• Work independently while collaborating closely with your team

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Award-Winning Culture: Certco is proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace
• Career Growth: Hands-on merchandising and sales experience in a dynamic  retail environment
• Impactful Work: See your efforts pay off as stores thrive with the right products in place
• Supportive Team: Work closely with experienced peers and store leaders who value your contribution

What We’re Looking For

• 2–3 years of supermarket merchandising or grocery retail experience
• Strong knowledge of retail practices and wholesale principles
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work independently, stay organized, and pay attention to detail
• Valid  driver’s license and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• High school diploma or equivalent 

Location

The ideal candidate will be based out of the Madison / Central Wisconsin area with travel to assigned Woodman’s stores.

If you’re ready to make a difference in grocery retail and join a company that values teamwork and growth, apply today to become a Perishable Sales Specialist at Certco!

Requirements

Position Summary

Work in the perishable departments of an assigned territory of Woodman’s’ stores to grow customer relations, improve base distribution, and ensure new item placement.  Identify customer needs, preserve existing business, and look to develop new opportunities.  Represent Certco at all corporate resets working closely alongside Woodman’s store and category management. The ideal candidate will be based out of the Madison/Central Wisconsin Area. 

Essential Job Functions

• Work closely alongside Woodman’s perishable department managers to build relationships and look for growth opportunities.
• Schedule routine store visits to ensure proper store call frequency and representation.
• Build positive relationships with store department managers to help promote Certco programs and initiatives.
• Work with distribution void and new item reports to ensure full placement of Woodman’s approved items at all stores.
• Assist store with product conversions
• Attend and help lead perishable resets as assigned to by the Perishable Team Supervisor
• Work independently but have communication about product opportunities with other team members
• Able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must be insurable for auto insurance coverage
• Is regular in attendance and complies with the Company Attendance Policy
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong knowledge of grocery retail store practices, and wholesales principles
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and coordinate various activities simultaneously
• Ability to communicate with customers, co-workers and business contacts in a courteous and professional manner
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports
• Customarily and regularly exercise discretion and independent judgment

Education and Experience

• High school graduate or equivalent and excellent math skills
• 2-3 years’ supermarket merchandising experience
• An understanding of food regulations, safety standards, and compliance

Certco is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.