Retail Merchandiser - Commissary - Lee

ESCO, a division of Eurpac Service, Inc., has over 60 years of proven success representing consumer package goods (CPG) within the complex Military Resale Channel. Providing comprehensive sales and marketing service solutions to our clients. Our processes and proprietary technology are designed to deliver success in this unique retail channel.

ESCO is seeking a part‑time Base Manager at the Lee, Virginia, commissary. This is an ideal part‑time employment opportunity for a spouse, student or retiree. If you are looking for a place to make an impact, then we want to talk to you!

Commissary facilities located on specific military bases within defined areas as assigned.

• Focused Organized
• Self‑Motivated Effective Communicator
• Flexibility Professional Appearance
• Integrity
• Dependable Plan‑Monitor‑Review
• Time Management
• Physical Stamina Microsoft Office Suite

Perform daily tasks assigned by EAGLE Eye, Retail IQ, Area Manager (AM) or Area Supervisor (AS) to support operations at designated Commissary locations. Base Manager responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Maintain current product distribution.
• Expand distribution of new items using tools and guidance provided by the Area Manager (AM), aiming to meet the 30‑day “speed to shelf” objective.
• Collaborate with the CAO (Computer Assisted Ordering Associate) to manage shelf maximums (shelf max) for all SKUs.
• Proactively stock shelves when out‑of‑stocks occur and backstock is available, or when independent contractors do not meet stocking expectations.
• Secure/sell display activity and build displays as needed.
• Secure product demonstration activity and order cases to support these events.
• Responsible for shelf management: facings, resets, sign management, not in‑stock, pricing, coupons, shelf tags.
• Ensure timely processing of Vendor Credit Memos (VCMs) and Vendor Price Reduction Agreements (VPRAs).
• Maintain proper store call frequency that align with key store personnel availability.
• Prompt communication of store issues to AM.
• Conduct regular checks for code dates and ensure proper product rotation.
• Manage balanced weekly orders for DSD/DSDS (Direct Store Delivery/Direct Store Delivery‑Single Order) accounts.
• Demonstrate expertise in the use of EAGLE Eye and Retail IQ tools.
• Report in‑store conditions utilizing company technology and systems:
  Not‑in‑stock scans, display performance and demo bookings, new item distribution, GAPs.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with store personnel and company management.
• Execute additional assignments or special projects as directed by the Area Manager.

Strategic BM:
Blocking and tackling at the shelf, work with Independent contractors, new item speed to shelf, GAP resolution, NIS mitigation, signs and coupons, all VCMs and VPRAs, minimizing shrink, front‑end management, product rotation, DS weekly orders (meat, produce, muscle foods).

Operational BM:
Blocking and tackling at the shelf, work with Independent contractors, new item speed to shelf, GAP resolution, NIS mitigation, signs and coupons, all VCMs and VPRAs, minimizing shrink, perishable focus, relationship upselling, product rotation, DS weekly orders (meat, produce, muscle foods).

Tactical BM:
Promotional support, securing tough display options, display period execution, pushing OTBs during season, maintaining/maximizing display opportunities, seasonal promotions, DeCA rack and cooler program execution, distributor inventory management, product demonstration management.

Resets, both section and full store; large mass display builds.