BRANDED – Simone Abrego
How did you land this job?
A colleague heard of the vacant position of a merchandising supervisor and she decided to apply, however, at the last minute she changed her mind. My previous job was less challenging and rewarding so she encouraged me to apply for the job at FDD and -here I am.
How long have you had this job?
I have been employed at Frozen Delights Distributors Limited for seven enjoyable and rewarding years. I started out as the merchandising supervisor and within six months I was promoted to sales development officer, and soon after to my current position as sales & merchandising manager.
What’s great about your job?
Firstly, customers’ total satisfaction! I will go above and beyond the call of duty to ensure my customers are pleased. It’s rewarding when a customer repeat purchases due to the quality of service and products that they receive from me.
Secondly, it’s also gratifying when I am able to contribute to my company’s success and by extension assist each employee under my management to achieve their personal goals.
Tell us something we might not know about Frozen Delights Distributors Limited?
Frozen Delights Distributors Limitedtd. (FDD) is the market leader in niche products. We carry the widest variety of gourmet cheeses, brands such as Sargento, Emborg, Athenos, Belgioioso, Reny Picot, and our healthy alternative cheese from the galaxy brand, just to name a few.
We are also the leading distributing company for health foods. Within this range are brands such as Bob’s Red Mill, Good Health chips, Bragg’s, Eden, Bigelow Teas, Tasty Bites, Pacific, Emborg frozen vegetables, and soon to be included are the Nature’s Path Cereals. These products are labelled all natural, gluten-free, organic, some lactose-free, some cholesterol-free just to highlight a few health benefits.
We are very versatile in our product range, because we provide shelf stable items such as the very popular Island snack line, Kind bars, the Barilla pasta, foam meat trays, and food service size products.
FDD represents many recognised brands like Sara Lee, Hillshire Farm, Ball Park, and McCain. Being a Jamaican company we take great pride in representing the locally manufactured Zedalini’s sauces and the Spur Tree Jamaica brands. We not only provide service to supermarkets, but also to restaurants, hotels, caterers, pharmacies and health food stores.
Why are Frozen Delights Distributors Ltd products so attractive to consumers?
o FDD endeavours to keep abreast of current market trends, so we are very careful in selecting products that are high in nutritional value, quality and taste.
o We have a consistent presence on the market through our dynamic sales team, thus ensuring that our products are always available to consumers. Products such as Axelrod sour cream and yogurts are seldom missing from the shelves.
o The FDD merchandising team works assiduously in ensuring our products are attractively and effectively displayed.
Where can consumers find out more about your brand?
Our knowledgeable and friendly customer service team can be contacted at 927-9646 or 927-5382 or visit our website at www.fdjamaica.com or on face book.
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