Merchandiser

Columbia Distributing•Bend, OR

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Merchandisers stock and rotate beverage products in retail accounts after delivery, helping ensure products are ready for sale. They work closely with Delivery, Sales, and retail partners to provide customer service and complete account services. The position involves working product from store back stock and/or delivery loads, handling beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages, and maintaining product displays. Merchandisers drive their personal vehicles on assigned routes but do not transport products in those vehicles. This is a seasonal position with variable days and hours that may include weekends and overtime. Local travel is required, and regional travel may be requested.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
For driving positions, a valid driver's license and auto insurance are required.
Must own and be able to operate a mobile smart phone device.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet productivity deadlines through effective organizational and time management skills.
Excellent oral communication skills.
Ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external customers.
Strong work ethic and self-accountability.
Ability to lift and carry 35 pounds repetitively and up to 60 pounds.
Ability to push and pull up to 100 pounds using a manual cart or pallet jack.
Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, squat, use arms, wrists, and hands, and grasp; climb stairs; and operate manual, non-powered equipment.
Must be able to drive and operate a vehicle for driving positions.

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, and build and maintain displays with point-of-sale materials as necessary.
Drive a personal vehicle on an assigned route; do not transport product in a 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 other contacts.
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.