Part-Time Merchandiser (Retail Chain Team)

Great Lakes Wine and Spirits•Novi, MI

20d

About The Position

Great Lakes Wine & Spirits is hiring a part-time Merchandiser for its Retail Chain Sales Team to service multiple retail accounts in Novi and surrounding areas. The Merchandiser stocks and handles company merchandise shipped to assigned stores, works with store personnel on shelf placement and in-store displays, and assesses the effectiveness of product displays and locations. The role also requires maintaining a professional appearance and keeping the vehicle clean and organized with adequate point-of-sale and other sales materials. This active field position involves daily travel and driving in all weather conditions, with time also spent in a professional office environment. Work conditions vary by account. The role includes frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, stooping, climbing, lifting, stacking, moving, and rotating products weighing up to 50 pounds, as well as pushing and pulling carts with up to 100 pounds of force. The Merchandiser operates warehouse equipment and must regularly read, write, and communicate in English. The position is part-time, up to 29 hours per week. Daytime hours vary by schedule Monday through Friday; evening and weekend hours may be required as scheduling demands. Pay is $18.00 per hour, with a $300 monthly auto allowance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the 401(k) upon their hire date.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
High School Diploma or GED.
Basic competency with basic iOS devices.
Ability to pass pre-employment screening, including a full background check, 10-panel drug test, physical evaluation, and agility test.
Ability to operate warehouse equipment.
Ability to regularly read, write, and communicate in English.
Ability to maintain a safe driving record.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including handling items weighing up to 50 pounds and pushing or pulling carts with up to 100 pounds of force.

Nice To Haves

Two years of sales experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

Stock and handle company merchandise shipped to assigned retail stores in a timely manner.
Work with store personnel to ensure effective shelf-product placement and in-store displays.
Assess the effectiveness of product displays and display locations.
Build displays.
Manage company product conditions within stores.
Work with District Managers and Area Managers to address product out-of-stocks.
Manage the assigned territory and correctly follow the planned workday.
Maintain and use reports, forms, and pre-plans.
Communicate with the Manager daily.
Maintain a professional demeanor, including professional dress and grooming, and keep the vehicle clean and organized with adequate point-of-sale and other sales materials.
Follow employee policies, applicable contracts, signed agreements, and work rules; cooperate with management and staff; and follow applicable MLCC rules and regulations.
Use alcohol responsibly when related to business activities.
Maintain a safe driving record.