Merchandiser-Austin

Johnson Brothers•Austin, TX

About The Position

The Merchandiser assists the Chain Retail Division in each market by delivering orders, rotating back stock, stocking shelves, displaying point-of-sale materials, and building displays. After orders are fulfilled, the Merchandiser receives the daily route by email from the Warehouse Manager and/or Merchandising Manager. The role requires travel within established geographic areas and reliable transportation.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Must be able to lift and carry a case of wine weighing 40 pounds or more.
Must be able to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, and/or weekends, and work before or after regular hours when required.
Strong written, verbal, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Self-motivated, goal-oriented, focused, and assertive, with little need for direction or supervision.
Proven track record of strong sales in previous or current work experience.
Excellent communication skills and interpersonal talents to support customer and key retailer relationships.
Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license, and meet company driving record and automobile insurance requirements.
Must complete and pass a criminal background check.
Must maintain regular, consistent, reliable, punctual, and predictable attendance, including the ability to work regular hours and shifts, before and after hours, and weekends when required.
Must adhere to the Company's equal opportunity and non-discrimination policies.

Nice To Haves

One year of warehouse experience is preferred.
Inventory control experience is a plus.
Forklift certification is beneficial.

Responsibilities

Manage Retail Specialists.
Develop support by maintaining routine contact with key decision makers.
Accurately deliver orders and check them in to accounts.
Place product on shelves or in displays for maximum exposure.
Merchandise products according to standardized procedures, rotate stock appropriately, and ensure correct pricing and point-of-sale materials are displayed.
Communicate effectively to resolve ordering or shipping needs within the designated territory.
Meet agreed-upon goals and objectives effectively and in a timely manner.
Provide pictures of display, cold box, or shelf reset executions when requested by Management or other internal departments.
Communicate specific customer requests to management.
Keep accurate daily and weekly logs of accounts visited and provide them to management.
Arrive on time for work, appointments, meetings, and other work-related functions.
Travel within established geographic areas as necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned.