Falcon Farms Inc
Merchandising Supervisor - Floral
Falcon Farms Inc, Wilmington, North Carolina, United States, 28412
Merchandising Supervisor - Floral – Falcon Farms Inc
Job Summary
Company:
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, with 10 flower production farms in Colombia and Ecuador, 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. The company is expanding its regional footprint in the Texas region. Falcon thrives on a highly entrepreneurial culture and a flat organization that fosters collaboration and calculated risk-taking. The nature of an agricultural product like flowers, with seasonality and variability in production factors, requires flexibility and the ability to adapt quickly while executing strategy. Position Overview Responsibilities include managing 5-9 merchandisers within a specific territory, delivering our products effectively. Train, develop and evaluate drivers, ensuring each maintains our “Picture of Success” in every serviced retail location. The Regional Merchandising Supervisor is a hands-on mentor who is passionate about selling flowers and providing customer service to Falcon’s customers and theirs. The supervisor must be adaptable to changing priorities and able to shift resources as needed to meet business goals. The role spends around 80% of time in the field, monitoring merchandiser performance and engaging with Falcon Farms’ customers’ teams. Responsibilities And Expectations Supervise and monitor an assigned geographic region at various Falcon Farms Customers’ points of sale. Evaluate merchandiser performance, assign resources as required, cover merchandiser absences, audit store displays, and maintain strong relationships with floral buyers. Prioritize daily routine 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. Oversee route operations and sales activity, including ordering and distribution, merchandising, promotional activity, holiday planning, and meeting customer expectations. Ensure proper upkeep and personal presentation of the merchandising team. Train and provide feedback to merchandisers on an ongoing basis. Coordinate with Falcon Farms’ HR team 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) in written and spoken form 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 Able to drive to stores, check product, and audit work done by merchandisers Ability to read and follow merchandising schematics Good communication skills Self-disciplined 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 holiday seasons with setup and teardown processes Qualifications Valid Driver License High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience Potential Career Path Operations Manager Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Sales and Business Development Industries: Farming Note: This posting contains the core responsibilities and qualifications for the Merchandising Supervisor - Floral role. Applications will be reviewed to determine suitability for the position.
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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, with 10 flower production farms in Colombia and Ecuador, 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. The company is expanding its regional footprint in the Texas region. Falcon thrives on a highly entrepreneurial culture and a flat organization that fosters collaboration and calculated risk-taking. The nature of an agricultural product like flowers, with seasonality and variability in production factors, requires flexibility and the ability to adapt quickly while executing strategy. Position Overview Responsibilities include managing 5-9 merchandisers within a specific territory, delivering our products effectively. Train, develop and evaluate drivers, ensuring each maintains our “Picture of Success” in every serviced retail location. The Regional Merchandising Supervisor is a hands-on mentor who is passionate about selling flowers and providing customer service to Falcon’s customers and theirs. The supervisor must be adaptable to changing priorities and able to shift resources as needed to meet business goals. The role spends around 80% of time in the field, monitoring merchandiser performance and engaging with Falcon Farms’ customers’ teams. Responsibilities And Expectations Supervise and monitor an assigned geographic region at various Falcon Farms Customers’ points of sale. Evaluate merchandiser performance, assign resources as required, cover merchandiser absences, audit store displays, and maintain strong relationships with floral buyers. Prioritize daily routine 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. Oversee route operations and sales activity, including ordering and distribution, merchandising, promotional activity, holiday planning, and meeting customer expectations. Ensure proper upkeep and personal presentation of the merchandising team. Train and provide feedback to merchandisers on an ongoing basis. Coordinate with Falcon Farms’ HR team 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) in written and spoken form 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 Able to drive to stores, check product, and audit work done by merchandisers Ability to read and follow merchandising schematics Good communication skills Self-disciplined 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 holiday seasons with setup and teardown processes Qualifications Valid Driver License High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience Potential Career Path Operations Manager Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Sales and Business Development Industries: Farming Note: This posting contains the core responsibilities and qualifications for the Merchandising Supervisor - Floral role. Applications will be reviewed to determine suitability for the position.
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