Knoxville, Tennessee, USA
5 days ago
Specialist, Category - General Merchandise

Company Description

Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 44 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation's busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing.

Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Military encouraged to apply.

Job Description

The purpose of this job is to manage the day-to-day relationship with the primary food service wholesale partners and to support the inventory management system by serving as a liaison between multiple cross-functional teams.

Essential Functions

Strengthen store operations by researching and solving process issues for the inventory management systemEstablish and maintain ongoing communication between the Category, Field Merchandising, Field Operations, IT, and Development teams in support of the inventory management systemCollaborate with the Deli Category management team for new item and promotional program set-upsResolve operational matters related to order and delivery, as well as day-to-day activities involving food service wholesalersManage merchandising projects from concept to implementation, (e.g.,new product initiatives, vendor set-ups, in-store programs and services)Support and coach Category Managers with the utilization of the inventory management system and associated processesReview and approve appearance level change requests related to placement or inventory levels made by field operationsRun database queries and distribute weekly and monthly inventory management system performance reportsSet up new store order entry access in the inventory management systemModel behaviors that support the company’s common purpose; ensure guests and team members are supported at the highest levelEnsure all activities are in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and proceduresComplete other duties as assigned

QualificationsAbility to apply critical thinking and situation analysis skills to troubleshoot and resolve issuesExcellent organizational and time management skillsAbility to prioritizeExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and with a diverse work teamAbility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Additional Information

Benefits

Nation-wide Medical Plan/Dental/Vision401(k) and Flexible Spending AccountsEmployee Fuel DiscountAdoption AssistanceTuition ReimbursementOnsite Gym and CafeteriaWeekly Pay

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines

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