Merchandiser - Seasonal

Columbia Distributing•Bend, OR

14h

About The Position

The Merchandiser is the final stop in the 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. In retail accounts, the Merchandiser handles beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages from store back stock and/or delivery loads; fills and rotates products in cold boxes and on dry shelves; and builds and maintains displays with point-of-sale materials as needed. The position requires driving a personal vehicle on an assigned route, but Merchandisers do not transport products in their vehicles or between locations. This is a seasonal position with varying days and hours, which may include weekends and overtime as necessary. Local travel is required, and regional travel may be requested.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
For driving positions, hold a valid driver's license and auto insurance.
Own and be able to operate a mobile smartphone device.
Be able to work independently and as part of a team, manage multiple tasks, and meet productivity deadlines through organizational and time-management skills.
Have excellent oral communication skills.
Be able to develop strong relationships with internal and external customers.
Demonstrate a strong work ethic and self-accountability.
Be able to meet the physical demands of the job, including repetitive lifting and carrying of 35 pounds and lifting up to 60 pounds; pushing or pulling up to 100 pounds with a manual cart or pallet jack; bending, stooping, crouching, squatting, using arms, wrists, and hands, and grasping; and climbing stairs.
For driving positions, be able to drive and operate a vehicle; be able to operate manual, non-powered equipment.

Nice To Haves

Previous grocery or retail experience.

Responsibilities

Handle cases, bottles, and cans of beverages from store back stock and/or delivery loads for sale or storage.
Fill and rotate products in cold boxes and on dry shelves, and build and maintain displays with point-of-sale materials as necessary.
Drive a personal vehicle on an assigned route; do not transport products in the personal vehicle or between 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 regarding breaks.
Demonstrate behaviors consistent with the Company's Core Values.
Complete other tasks or projects as assigned.