Merchandiser, Volume Supply - South Coast (Corporate Mass Marketing)

Martignetti Companies•Fall River, MA

About The Position

The Merchandiser supports the company’s sales and marketing efforts by helping customers manage inventory in assigned accounts. The work includes delivery assistance and stocking and maintaining shelves, cold boxes, and back rooms. The role calls for creative, fast-paced thinking and collaborative teamwork with sales personnel and customers. The position operates Monday through Friday, with Saturday work required, and pays $20.00 per hour. It involves travel to customer, prospect, and vendor locations, including exposure to weather conditions and potential road-travel or goods-delivery accidents. Physical work includes frequent standing or walking, regular lifting of objects up to 25 pounds, and occasional lifting of objects up to 40 pounds. The role also requires mental concentration for complex tasks requiring focused mental and visual attention. Martignetti Companies describes its workplace as committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and belonging. The company offers generous paid time off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a comprehensive 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The job description states that it is not all-inclusive and that employees may perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to learn brand and product knowledge.
Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative.
Be self-motivated, enthusiastic, and a team player.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Possess a valid Massachusetts driver’s license and vehicle registration.
Able to meet the physical demands described, including regular lifting up to 25 pounds, occasional lifting up to 40 pounds, and frequent standing or walking.
Able to travel to customers, prospects, or vendors and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

College degree or equivalent work experience, training, or education preferred.

Responsibilities

Enhance the visibility of shelves, cold boxes, and retail inventories in assigned accounts according to merchandising standards.
Work with Sales Representatives and Corporate Mass Marketing to ensure appropriate product inventory for shelves, counters, cold boxes, and floor displays.
Adhere to supplier brand standards.
Establish and maintain rapport with store managers.
Share brand and product knowledge with store managers and customers as needed.
Assist with deliveries and stock and maintain shelves, cold boxes, and back rooms.