Falcon Farms Inc
Merchandising Supervisor - Floral
Falcon Farms Inc, Saratoga Springs, New York, United States
Overview
Merchandising Supervisor - Floral
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Falcon Farms Inc Direct Report to: Regional DSD Operations Manager About Us Falcon Farms is one of the leading fresh cut-flower distributors in the United States. Since 1987, the company has grown in production and commercialization to 10 flower production farms in Colombia and Ecuador, with more than 700 acres of land and a team of over 5,000 people. The organization’s commercial and distribution footprint in Miami, Atlanta, Phoenix, Dallas and Long Beach allows us to service national wholesale and mass market accounts. Current business prospects, and the incorporation of new clients have embarked Falcon on an aggressive path to deepen our regional footprint in the Texas region. Falcon thrives on a highly entrepreneurial culture and a flat organization that fosters collaboration and calculated risk-taking. Position Overview Duties include managing 5-9 merchandisers within a specific territory, effectively delivering our products. Training, developing and evaluating drivers, ensuring that each one of them maintains our “Picture of Success” in every serviced retail location. The Regional Merchandising Supervisor is a hands-on mentor, passionate about selling flowers and providing customer service to Falcon’s customers and theirs. The supervisor must be adaptable and flexible to changing business priorities, capable of shifting resources as needed so business priorities are met. The Regional Merchandising Supervisor will spend around 80% of time in the field, monitoring merchandiser performance and engaging with Falcon Farms’ customers’ teams. Responsibilities
Responsibilities And Expectations Supervise and monitor an assigned geographic region at various Falcon Farms Customers' points of sale. Evaluate merchandiser performance, assign resources, cover absences, audit store displays, and maintain relationships with floral buyers. Prioritize daily routines based on business needs and short-term requirements. Provide business-related data to merchandisers to help them execute their functions. Analyze region and store-specific data to propose actions that improve profitability. Manage route operational/sales activity, including ordering and distribution, merchandising, promotional activity, holiday planning, and meeting customer expectations. Ensure proper upkeep and professional presentation of the merchandising team. Train and provide feedback to merchandisers on an ongoing basis. Coordinate with Falcon Farms HR to ensure staffing needs and compliance are met. Engage with customers' store management teams to strengthen Falcon Farms' representation. Cover merchandising routes as needed. Required Skills
Must be bilingual (English – Spanish) written and spoken Able to regularly lift up to 20 lbs. on an ongoing basis throughout each shift Able to stand for extended periods Able to work the assigned schedule consistently Able to drive to stores, check product and audit work done by merchandisers Ability to read and follow merchandising schematics Good communication skills Self-discipline Goal and detail oriented Strong people skills Flexible schedule – able to work variable schedules, especially during floral holidays Strong self-management skills; ability to complete daily procedures without direct supervision Ability to lead holiday merchandise teams during peak seasons with setup and teardown processes Qualifications
Valid Driver License High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience Potential Career Path
Operations Manager Job Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Sales and Business Development Industries: Farming
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Merchandising Supervisor - Floral
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Falcon Farms Inc Direct Report to: Regional DSD Operations Manager About Us Falcon Farms is one of the leading fresh cut-flower distributors in the United States. Since 1987, the company has grown in production and commercialization to 10 flower production farms in Colombia and Ecuador, with more than 700 acres of land and a team of over 5,000 people. The organization’s commercial and distribution footprint in Miami, Atlanta, Phoenix, Dallas and Long Beach allows us to service national wholesale and mass market accounts. Current business prospects, and the incorporation of new clients have embarked Falcon on an aggressive path to deepen our regional footprint in the Texas region. Falcon thrives on a highly entrepreneurial culture and a flat organization that fosters collaboration and calculated risk-taking. Position Overview Duties include managing 5-9 merchandisers within a specific territory, effectively delivering our products. Training, developing and evaluating drivers, ensuring that each one of them maintains our “Picture of Success” in every serviced retail location. The Regional Merchandising Supervisor is a hands-on mentor, passionate about selling flowers and providing customer service to Falcon’s customers and theirs. The supervisor must be adaptable and flexible to changing business priorities, capable of shifting resources as needed so business priorities are met. The Regional Merchandising Supervisor will spend around 80% of time in the field, monitoring merchandiser performance and engaging with Falcon Farms’ customers’ teams. Responsibilities
Responsibilities And Expectations Supervise and monitor an assigned geographic region at various Falcon Farms Customers' points of sale. Evaluate merchandiser performance, assign resources, cover absences, audit store displays, and maintain relationships with floral buyers. Prioritize daily routines based on business needs and short-term requirements. Provide business-related data to merchandisers to help them execute their functions. Analyze region and store-specific data to propose actions that improve profitability. Manage route operational/sales activity, including ordering and distribution, merchandising, promotional activity, holiday planning, and meeting customer expectations. Ensure proper upkeep and professional presentation of the merchandising team. Train and provide feedback to merchandisers on an ongoing basis. Coordinate with Falcon Farms HR to ensure staffing needs and compliance are met. Engage with customers' store management teams to strengthen Falcon Farms' representation. Cover merchandising routes as needed. Required Skills
Must be bilingual (English – Spanish) written and spoken Able to regularly lift up to 20 lbs. on an ongoing basis throughout each shift Able to stand for extended periods Able to work the assigned schedule consistently Able to drive to stores, check product and audit work done by merchandisers Ability to read and follow merchandising schematics Good communication skills Self-discipline Goal and detail oriented Strong people skills Flexible schedule – able to work variable schedules, especially during floral holidays Strong self-management skills; ability to complete daily procedures without direct supervision Ability to lead holiday merchandise teams during peak seasons with setup and teardown processes Qualifications
Valid Driver License High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience Potential Career Path
Operations Manager Job Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Sales and Business Development Industries: Farming
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