Belfair

Columbia Distributing•Belfair, WA

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. Merchandisers handle beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages from store back stock and/or delivery loads; fill and rotate products in cold boxes and on dry shelves; and build and maintain displays with point-of-sale materials as needed. The role requires driving a personal vehicle on an assigned route, but Merchandisers do not transport products in personal vehicles. The position operates primarily indoors at customer accounts, with occasional outdoor work, and requires local travel. Regional travel may be requested. Days and hours vary, overtime may be necessary, and availability to work both weekend days is required. This is a full-time, non-exempt position reporting to the Merchandising Supervisor. Compensation is determined using factors including skills, experience, certifications, and location. Employees and their families are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees may enroll in the company 401(k) plan and are eligible for 80 hours of vacation annually and 7–8 paid holidays, depending on location. The posting notes that the hired applicant may be eligible for incentives or bonuses.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
For driving positions, have a valid driver's license and auto insurance.
Own and be able to operate a mobile smart phone device.
Be able to work both weekend days.
Be able to lift and carry 35 pounds repetitively and up to 60 pounds.
Be able to push or pull up to 100 pounds using a manual cart or pallet jack.
Be able to bend, stoop, crouch, squat, and use arms, wrists, hands, and grasp.
Be able to climb stairs and work indoors and outdoors.
For driving positions, be able to drive and operate a vehicle.
Be able to operate manual, non-powered equipment.
Have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Manage multiple tasks and meet productivity deadlines using 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.

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 beverages for sale or storage.
Fill and rotate products in cold boxes and on dry shelves.
Build and maintain displays with point-of-sale materials as necessary.
Drive a personal vehicle on an assigned route; do not transport product in the personal vehicle 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 at work.
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.