Merchandiser - North Portland

Columbia Distributing • North Portland, OR

3d

About The Position

Merchandisers are the final stop in the distribution process, stocking and rotating beverages so they are ready for sale after delivery. The role works closely with Delivery, Sales, and retail partners to provide customer service. Merchandisers work in retail accounts, handling beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages from store back stock and/or delivery loads. They drive their personal vehicle on assigned routes but do not transport products in their personal vehicles. The position operates mostly indoors in customer accounts, with occasional outdoor work. Local travel is required, and regional travel may be requested. Days and hours vary, may include overtime as necessary, and require availability to work both weekend days.

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 lift and carry 35 pounds repetitively and up to 60 pounds.
• Able to push and pull up to 100 pounds using a manual cart or pallet jack.
• Able to bend, stoop, crouch, squat, use arms, wrists, and hands, grasp, and climb stairs.
• Able to drive and operate a vehicle for driving positions.
• Able to operate manual, non-powered equipment.
• Able to work both weekend days.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to manage multiple tasks and meet productivity deadlines.
• Excellent oral communication skills.
• Ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external customers.
• 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 for sale or storage.
• Fill and rotate product in cold boxes and on dry shelves.
• Build and maintain displays, using point-of-sale materials as necessary.
• Drive a personal vehicle on an assigned route; do not transport product 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 of the required timekeeping application and comply with state labor laws regarding breaks.
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with the Company's Core Values.
• Complete other assigned tasks or projects.

Benefits

• Medical insurance for employees and their families
• Dental insurance for employees and their families
• Vision insurance for employees and their families
• Basic life insurance for employees and their families
• Company 401(k) plan
• 80 hours of vacation per year
• 7–8 days of paid holidays per calendar year, depending on location
• Potential eligibility for incentives, bonuses, or annual bonuses

What This Job Offers

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