The Distributor Coordinator is responsible for managing client products throughout the supply chain and serving as a key point of contact between distributors, business managers, the sales force, stores, and clients. This role supports efficient product flow by coordinating inventory control, purchase orders, code dates, pricing, product availability, and promotional activity.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and comfortable communicating across multiple business partners to help ensure timely delivery, accurate inventory visibility, and strong client service.
ResponsibilitiesProvide distributors with the information needed to set up and order new items; monitor purchase order progress, resolve shipping issues, and communicate product availability to Business Managers and the sales force.
Manage the life cycle of client one-time-buy items by following up with distributors to support on-time delivery, communicating item arrival to the sales department, tracking store-level item flow, and identifying stores that are not meeting assigned quotas.
Communicate phased-out items to distributors and track inventory through completion; provide updates to Business Managers and the sales force, identify disposal stores, and help minimize client liability.
Manage inventory for date-sensitive items to help minimize price reductions; report code date concerns to Business Managers and the sales force.
Communicate dead stock concerns at distributor locations to Business Managers and the sales force.
Assist Business Managers with resolving pricing discrepancies between distributors and clients.
Partner with Business Managers and the sales force to coordinate ordering plans for large promotions.
Education
Some college coursework preferred.
Work Experience
Minimum of 3+ years of food management experience preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Computer literacy with demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products.
Physical Requirements
Sit for extended periods (typically 6+ hours per day).
Use a computer, including keyboard and mouse, for prolonged periods.
Lift and carry light items (e.g., files, office supplies, laptops, typically 20+ pounds).
Reach, bend, or stoop occasionally to access files or office materials.
Maintain focus and attention for long periods of desk-based work.
Follow clear directions.
Perform repetitive motions (e.g., typing, clicking) consistently throughout the day.
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Skills Required
- Minimum of 3 years of food management experience
- Some college coursework
- Computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to sit for extended periods, typically 6 or more hours per day
- Ability to use a computer, keyboard, and mouse for prolonged periods
- Ability to lift and carry light items weighing 20 or more pounds
- Ability to reach, bend, or stoop occasionally
- Ability to maintain focus during desk-based work
- Ability to follow clear directions
- Ability to perform repetitive motions consistently
Acosta Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Acosta and has not been reviewed or approved by Acosta.
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Flexible Benefits — Work arrangements are often described as flexible, with some roles mentioning hybrid options and scheduling autonomy. Feedback suggests this flexibility is a meaningful upside for certain field and part-time positions.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with employer contributions or matching is cited among the standard offerings for eligible full-time employees. Feedback suggests some employees view the retirement match positively.
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Healthcare Strength — Dental and vision coverage are occasionally called out as good among the benefits for eligible full-time staff. Feedback suggests these components of the health package can be viewed favorably in certain roles.
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What We Do
Acosta is an integrated sales and marketing services provider that enables consumer packaged goods brands and retailers to win in the modern marketplace by delivering progressive solutions and exceptional service. With more than 90 years of experience, Acosta understands evolving consumer needs and helps its clients and customers stay a step ahead, fueling their accelerated performance. For more information, please visit www.acosta.com.
