Merchandiser

TRY-IT DISTRIBUTING INC•West End, NY

20d•$20 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Saratoga Eagle Sales & Service, Inc. is a family-owned, full-service beverage distributor serving 21 counties in New York State and employing more than 250 stakeholders. The company is hiring a Beverage Merchandiser in the Oneonta area. The role involves displaying and maintaining beverage merchandise at customer accounts, organizing back rooms, tracking inventory, and communicating with store staff, drivers, and salespeople. The schedule consists of four 10-hour shifts, and weekend work is required. The company provides a cell phone allowance, uniforms, and mileage reimbursement. Merchandisers may have opportunities to advance to Sales Relief and Sales Consultant positions.

Requirements

Excellent customer service skills.
Knowledge of database software and internet software.
Valid driver’s license.
Reliable transportation throughout the workday.
Excellent communication and people skills to respond to different situations.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Ability to frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds and push or pull up to 250 pounds.

Responsibilities

Greet store owners or managers and review specific instructions.
Display merchandise to meet customer needs and emphasize product selling points, such as quality.
Place new merchandise on display based on instructions from the salesperson.
Organize customers’ back rooms.
Repackage damaged packages and replace them on shelves or in coolers.
Monitor and update shelf tags.
Take inventory and report low stock and out-of-stock situations.
Assist with resets as needed.
Maintain current and themed point-of-sale materials to ensure maximum account coverage.
Follow the standards in the sales manual, including product rotation.
Check voicemail three to four times daily and communicate regularly with drivers and salespeople.
Travel to client accounts, including convenience stores and grocery stores.