At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and, most importantly, our Associates. In fact, we see a day when each will say, “I can’t live without them.”

Our SpartanNash family of Associates is 17,000 strong, ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists. Each of them plays an integral role in SpartanNash’s People First culture, Operational Excellence and Insights that Drive Solutions. Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now!

Location:

850 76th Street S.W. - Byron Center, Michigan 49315

Job Description:

Position Summary: 

This role is responsible for supporting our National Account Sales team with their sales and profitability within the Perishable category for one of SpartanNash’s largest National Accounts. It will include process ownership as well as analytical/critical thinking in order to provide insights and recommendations to improve and support the business.

Here’s what you’ll do: 

• This role will be dedicated to the Perishable business of one of our National Accounts.

• Execute the tasks and responsibilities associated with assortment and inventory management including but not limited to new item setup and item discontinuations.

• Communicate frequently with our vendor community and customer to satisfy the needs of the business & customer.

• Execute cost changes from the vendor community and customer as needed.

• Analyze and organize sales and fill rate data in reports that can be shared internally and externally.

• Work cross functionally with the areas of Inventory Control, Procurement, Demand Planning and Supply Chain.

• Participate in special projects and strategic initiatives; provide ad hoc reporting and analysis as requested.

• Additional responsibilities & tasks may be assigned as needed to support the needs of the customer.

Here’s what you’ll need: 

• Bachelor’s degree required in Business, Marketing, Finance, or related field.
• 2+ years in field or related analytical role
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Strong Interpersonal skills
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• An openness to learn new things
• Ability to balance multiple priorities at once
• Ability to perform statistical analysis and reporting
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).  

 

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

May be required to lift and/or move 20 pounds. The associate is frequently required to sit/stand/walk. While performing the duties of this position, the associate is subject to a typical office environment and is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions. Temperatures may vary for those subject to any of the following areas: computer/server room, print shop, production area). The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but may be high in distribution settings. Travel requirements vary by assignment.

As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.

SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veteran, that celebrates diversity and believes employing a diverse workforce is key to our success. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals.

We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.