Position OverviewKeep our communities fed.

Our focus is simple but meaningful, from our distribution centers to our offices — every employee of C&S and their family of companies works to help feed local families, neighbors, and communities. Our focus is simple but meaningful, from our distribution centers to our offices — every employee of C&S and their family of companies works to help feed local families, neighbors, and communities.

As a Meat Specialist, you will consult with and advise our retail customer base on best practices to grow market share, increase perishable revenue, and improve profitability. This role involves direct engagement with decision-makers and Independent Retailers to support sales and merchandising efforts across perishable categories, while increasing participation in company products and programs.

Job Description

Full-Time, On-Site Role

Location: This position can be based anywhere within the Northern Wisconsin region and requires travel to 29 Piggly Wiggly stores.

You will contribute by:

Executing quarterly sell programs

Supporting reset activities, including new store and redesign set-ups

Providing regular category training on new items, merchandising, and departmental best practices

Informing special activities, demand forecasts, product surveys, and promotional bookings

Optimizing category assortments and addressing key category voids in collaboration with Category Management and Merchandising/Procurement teams

Assisting department managers, owners, and/or supervisors with product selection, training, merchandising, and retail pricing to establish proper gross profits

Writing ads using the ad program and maintaining product lists with acceptable retails

Making routed store visits to support retailers in strengthening their business relationship with our company through problem solving, program development, and trust-building

Selling special buy programs and associated merchandising plans

Monitoring and communicating competitive activities, both locally and nationally

Presenting and selling new programs and services while educating retailer buyers and representatives on our offerings

Frequently traveling to stores within the assigned region.

We’re searching for candidates with: 

Background in meat categories, with experience in retail, wholesale, or vendor environments

Strong understanding of perishable product supply chains and supermarket operations

Familiarity with wholesale functions such as transportation, logistics scheduling, and equipment

Strong relationship-building skills and ability to work independently in the field

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel

Food Safety Certification is required or must be eligible for certification

Ability to work independently and manage a schedule of store visits and remote work

Willingness and ability to travel frequently

2-5 years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree, or 5-7 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree

Environment:

Store : Office Temperature (65F to 75F)

Office : Office Temperature (65F to 75F)

We offer:

Weekly Pay

Benefits available from day 1 (medical, dental, vision, and more)

Company matched 401k

PTO and Holiday Pay offered

Career Progression Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Health & Wellness program

Employee Discounts / Purchasing programs

Employee Assistance Program

Every person matters.

We keep our values alive through a culture that embraces differences and ensures that every person matters.

The Fine Print

This Job advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This job advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. This position may be with any affiliate of C&S Wholesale Grocers.

QualificationsAssociate Degree - General Studies, High School Diploma - General Studies

Shift1st Shift (United States of America)

CompanyPiggly Wiggly Midwest LLC

About Our Company

Building on its more than 100-year history in the grocery business, Piggly Wiggly ® continues to grow its presence with stores throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. operates corporate stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model. This unique grocery store offers the selection and assortment of a national chain, with the service and local customization of a community-based retailer. Each store contains specialized local assortments to meet local shoppers’ needs.

Piggly Wiggly ® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.