Merchandiser - Klamath Falls

Columbia Distributing • Klamath Falls, OR

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About The Position

The Merchandiser is the final stop in Columbia Distributing’s beverage distribution process, stocking and rotating products after delivery so they are ready for sale. The role works closely with Delivery, Sales, and retail partners to provide customer service and complete account services. Merchandisers work in retail accounts, handle beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages, and drive a personal vehicle on an assigned route. They do not transport products in personal vehicles.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance for driving positions.
• Own and be able to operate a mobile smartphone device.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team, manage multiple tasks, and meet productivity deadlines through effective organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent oral communication skills.
• Ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external customers.
• Strong work ethic and self-accountability.
• Able to lift and carry 35 pounds repetitively and up to 60 pounds.
• Able to push or pull up to 100 pounds using a manual cart or pallet jack.
• Able to bend, stoop, crouch, squat, use arms, wrists, and hands, and grasp.
• Able to climb stairs, work indoors and outdoors, drive and operate a vehicle, and operate manual, non-powered equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous grocery or retail experience.

Responsibilities

• Work product from store back stock and/or delivery loads, handling cases, bottles, and cans of beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages for sale or storage.
• Fill and rotate product in cold boxes and on dry shelves, and build and maintain displays with point-of-sale materials as needed.
• Drive a personal vehicle on an assigned route; do not transport product in personal vehicles or to and from locations.
• Provide excellent customer service to assigned accounts.
• Develop and maintain positive, cooperative, team-oriented relationships with coworkers, supervisors, managers, and others encountered on the job.
• Communicate directly with store personnel and Sales teammates to complete account services effectively.
• Accurately clock in and out using the required timekeeping application and follow state labor laws for breaks.
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with the Company's Core Values.
• Complete other assigned tasks or projects.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• 80 hours of vacation annually
• 7–8 days of paid holidays per calendar year, depending on location
• The hired applicant may be eligible for incentives, bonuses, or annual bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed