Now Hiring - Associated Food Stores, Inc. - Produce Sales Specialist (in Boise, ID) in Boise, ID

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Note: This position is in Grand Junction, serving the greater area. WHO ARE WE? * We are a long-standing organization dedicated to supporting grocery retailers across the Intermountain West for over 85 years. * Our company prioritizes our team members, their families, and the communities we serve. * We proudly partner with local organizations to fundraise, donate, and sponsor various charitable activities and events. WHY JOIN THE TEAM? * Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), vacation, and sick leave for eligible team members. Some benefits have waiting periods (e.g., vacation accrual, 401(k), tuition reimbursement). * Perks & Discounts: Team member perks and 10% off groceries. * Flexible Work: Hybrid schedules available for select positions, combining in-office collaboration with remote flexibility. * Tuition Reimbursement: Support for continued education. * Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within the company. * Daily Pay: Access earned wages more frequently. * JOB SUMMARY The Produce Sales Specialist will work with the Member Retail Owned Produce Department, AFS programs, and policies with retail members on proper functions, proper government regulations, and new ideas in merchandising, new cases, and products, to become the most successful produce department in their town. * ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Support retail Produce Department Managers and the produce Team. Problem solve for retailers, help train the produce department, merchandise, grow sales, and well as profitability. Build and maintain excellent relationships with AFS Retail Member stores and with all AFS team members. * Travel to Retail Member stores to direct, influence, and help increase sales. Help member stores become more successful and profitable. (Travel is required often with occasional overnight stays.) * Input plans and conduct produce ad meetings. Be a voice for our retailers on produce items that they want in their ads. Be on top of industry trends and changes; educate the Retail Service team and AFS member stores of such trends and changes. * Special projects: coordinate with the Procurement Produce Department on the annual Food Show, annual produce seminars, and facilitate store events. Attend AFS meetings as the Produce Retail Service voice for retailers and team members. * Report, plan, and calendaring responsible for keeping the Produce team on budget for annual travel expenses and increasing sales. Budget sales for each MRO store by the produce specialist, including yourself. * Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. * PRODUCE SALES SPECIALIST POSITION REQUIREMENTS * High School Diploma or equivalent experience in the related field required * Food Safety Handlers Permit required * Food Safety Manager Certificate required * 2 years or more of work experience in the related field preferred. * Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Must be a self-starter and motivator for the Produce Specialist Team. Able to work independently and in a group setting. Public Speaking, verbal skills, computer skills, and exceptional follow-through are essential. Knowledge of all levels of produce operations and regulations is required. * Interprets, applies broad discretion, and may serve as a technical authority in the application of methods. Administrative direction where assignments are based on broadly defined functional objectives and are directly accountable for results. * Supervises a department or group of diversified functions where duties involve establishing procedures and performance standards. Activities impact the direction of more than one department. Requires continuous contact with internal groups and outside community groups to represent the company. * PHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS Work is performed in an office, retail store, and travel environment. Prolonged sitting, walking, standing, and driving are all required in this position. Associated Food Stores is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Brand: Associated Food Stores, Inc Address: 3310 Gekeler Boise, ID - 83706 Property Description: Associated Foods Boise Property Number: 1004