Private Brands Coordinator

Private Brands Coordinator

At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise "a helpful smile in every aisle" and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.

Job Title: Private Brands Coordinator

Department: Private Brands

Pay Type: Hourly

Revision Date: June 2025

General Function: The Private Brands Coordinator provides operational and administrative support for the Private Brands team across Grocery, Health & Beauty Care (HBC), General Merchandise & Specialty (GM & Specialty), and Perishables. This role ensures the accuracy and execution of supplier cost changes, item setup, promotional logistics, and vendor communication. The Coordinator serves as a key point of contact for suppliers and internal partners, supporting seamless execution of cost updates, advertising offers, and special buys.

Reporting Relationships: Accountable and Reports to: Assistant Director, Private Brands

Direct Reports: None

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manages the logistics of cost changes and updates in the supplier hub system, ensuring accuracy and timeliness across all categories.
• Coordinates execution of promotional events including weekly ad offers, Go Big Show events, and special buys by collaborating with Business Managers and Category Managers.
• Works with suppliers on item setup, cost change support, and reporting needs.
• Tracks and maintains promotional timelines, offer accuracy, and supporting documentation.
• Assists with the flow of communication between suppliers, business managers, and category teams to resolve discrepancies or clarify expectations.
• Enters and validates item data, pricing, and promotional offers in applicable systems.
• Supports internal reporting on promotional execution, cost change impacts, and supplier participation.
• Provides general administrative support such as file maintenance, vendor form processing, and system updates as needed.
• Ensures consistent documentation of processes and updates to workflows as systems and tools evolve.
• Performs other job-related duties and special projects as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in retail, procurement, merchandising, or related field.
• Experience in a supplier or retailer-facing support role is a plus.

Physical Requirements: Must be physically able to perform sedentary office work, including occasional travel to supplier or retail locations.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Commitment to the Hy-Vee Mission and a willingness to promote the values of the company.
• Strong interpersonal skills. An ability to relate to and interact with other people in a friendly, professional manner.
• Ability to identify problems, develop and execute solutions.

Working Conditions:

• Fast-paced, deadline-driven office environment with occasional travel.
• Regular cross-functional collaboration with senior leadership, vendors, and field teams.

Financial Responsibility: None.

Confidentiality: Maintains confidentiality of product innovation plans, vendor agreements, and strategic roadmaps.

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