Merchandiser Manager- Auburn, WA

Position

Merchandiser Manager – Auburn, WA at Dietz & Watson

• Salary $81,168-$91,468 based on experience
• Weekly payroll via Direct Deposit
• Monthly Car Allowance/Expenses Reimbursement on Select Travel
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Rx/Disability/401K

This position is responsible for hiring, training, leading and managing the assigned team of merchandisers to maintain presentation standards for all Dietz & Watson products in accordance with mutually agreed upon customer standards.

It also coordinates, schedules and communicates support activities for the merchandising team to achieve budgeted sales and profit objectives including store sets, demo/sampling activities, deli associate training and merchandising tasks to help customer goals and objectives.

The role is also responsible for developing and maintaining strong relationships with retailer's key deli contacts at the multi‑unit level, mentoring sales merchandisers to promote Dietz & Watson, and developing deli associates that become advocates for the brand.

The Merchandiser Manager works with Human Resources and Sales Management to interview and hire candidates, ensuring fully staffed teams according to approved organizational charts. The manager conducts resume reviews, selection, initial phone screenings and in‑person interviews.

They coordinate all onboarding procedures with HR and company representatives to ensure that new employees receive the necessary training and equipment, including product knowledge, company procedures and standards.

As part of the sales management team, the manager supports achievement of company sales and profit objectives. They schedule merchandisers, train, evaluate, and mentor employees for positive and sustainable performance. The manager communicates opportunities and successes observed in the field and recommends ongoing improvements in all facets and activities to support sales and profit objectives.

The Merchandiser Manager leads by example, reflecting Dietz & Watson’s commitment to excellence and maintaining high ethical and moral standards. The manager also helps identify and foster appropriate growth for all employees, supporting the company’s long‑term sustainability and betterment of the organization.

• Room temperature while in stores
• At times in refrigerated cooler areas

• Walking, standing, bending, twisting
• Lifting up to 20 pounds continuously, seldom lifts up to 50 pounds, occasionally up to 100 pounds when pushing carts
• Pulling carts, reaching, use of both hands and arms

• Must be able to travel
• Must be able to read and write English
• Must have computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Must be able to work weekends as necessary
• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Marketing, Business Administration, Marketing, or related field required
• Serv‑Safe certification preferred
• Clear driving history for minimum 2 years
• Must have Real  passport for travel
• 2‑5 years of customer service/sales experience required, with prior experience in food/beverage industry merchandising preferred