Description Our client is looking for a Merchandising Associate to join their dynamic team in the Old Bridge, New Jersey area. In this role, you will collaborate closely with merchandisers, vendors, stores, and warehouse teams to ensure smooth operations and effective communication. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to strategic planning, category management, and event coordination within the retail food industry. Salary is 55,000 - 60,000. Benefits include: medical, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, 401k, and PTO. Responsibilities: • Conduct in-depth analyses of sales data and market trends at both category and item levels, providing actionable insights to merchandisers. • Track and evaluate department performance weekly, identifying growth opportunities and areas for improvement. • Assist in maintaining accurate and consistent data for item hierarchies. • Prepare promotional details and competitor analysis for bi-weekly advertising committee meetings. • Develop and proofread meeting materials, including projections, pricing strategies, and gross profit objectives. • Create impactful presentations for quarterly profit steering meetings with stakeholders. • Document and follow up on vendor meeting discussions, ensuring next steps are implemented effectively. • Coordinate vendor participation in events such as food shows, seminars, and golf outings, ensuring all logistics are managed. • Act as the liaison between manufacturers and support services to organize stock items, shippers, and event spaces. • Respond to ad hoc merchandising requests, such as issuing store credits and setting up new vendors. Requirements • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Proficiency in Spanish is required. • Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail. • Capability to learn quickly and work independently in a fast-paced environment. • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. • Previous experience in the grocery or retail food industry is preferred. • Familiarity with SAP systems is a plus. • Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and meet deadlines. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .