Promotions Specialist

As a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, SpartanNash is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. A distributor, wholesaler and retailer with a global supply chain network, SpartanNash distributes grocery and household goods, including fresh produce and the Our Family® portfolio of products, to locations in all 50 states.

Our braggingly happy team members — ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists — create braggingly happy customers spanning national accounts, independent and chain grocers, e-commerce retailers, U.S. military commissaries and exchanges, and the Company’s own brick-and-mortar grocery stores, pharmacies and fuel centers.

Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now!

Location: 3030 Main Ave - Fargo, North Dakota 58103

Position Summary: In this pivotal role, you will provide support in the development, data compilation, proofing, and communication of promotional events and ads for corporate and/or Independent retailers. Your daily responsibilities will encompass tasks ensuring accuracy and timeliness of deliverables.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Develop and communicate promotional programs for assigned area both in print and digital

• Review promotional publications to ensure accuracy of layout/design, copy, pricing, etc.

• Review and process retailer advertising bills for inclusion on retailer invoice. Follow up and ensure timely resolution of any issues as necessary.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with independent customers in creation of managed ads and supporting promotional reports.

• In collaboration with Business Planning team, develop and communicate the weekly Complex promotion detail to assure awareness and accuracy of coupon information for corporate and Independent stores.

• Validate the data integrity of Company digital coupons, approve coupons for publication by vendor, and verify the process integrity for offer feeds to graphic services for advertising/signage printing; responsible for problem resolution as required.

• Communicate merchandising strategies and promotional plans with independent customers. May participate in the implementation of display programs for new items, banner specific items, etc.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal departments and external vendors.

• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Here’s what you’ll need:

• Degree in Business Administration or Marketing, Graphic Arts or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Three years marketing experience, preferably in a food/ beverage/ CPG or wholesale/retail environment.

• Experience within a grocery wholesale/retail industry preferred.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills; strong customer service skills.

• Strong organizational, prioritization, proofreading and attention to detail skills.

• Ability to meet and work within strict deadlines.

• Strong knowledge of Advertising, Marketing, Merchandising and general understanding of related Sales, Category Management and Pricing practices.

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 that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans.

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