Merchandiser - Montgomery County, Willis, Conroe

Faust Distributing•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Merchandiser assists with activities related to the sales, service, and merchandising of products sold by Faust Distributing Company (FDC). The role supports product availability, quality, and visibility in assigned accounts, with priority given to FDC non-alcoholic products. The Merchandiser reports to the Merchandising Manager and has no supervisory responsibilities. The position involves physical work, including moving and stocking products, operating carts and pallet jacks, and working in varying indoor and outdoor conditions. The Merchandiser must follow FDC safety, conduct, appearance, and retail execution standards, and is expected to work weekends. A valid driver license, a good driving record, and specified personal auto insurance coverage are required. Faust Distributing Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and function in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment.
Ability and willingness to work weekends.
Ability to pull, push, and lift up to 75 pounds, as stated under required skills and abilities.
Good driving record and valid driver license.
Maintain personal vehicle auto liability and property damage insurance with minimum coverage limits of $100,000/$300,000/$100,000.
Physical strength to lift, load, push, and pull cases weighing up to 160 pounds.
Manual dexterity to operate a dolly, six-wheeler cart, and powered or manual pallet jack.
Ability to bend, reach, and squat consistently while moving and stocking products for up to 12 hours a day.
Stamina to stand and walk continuously for up to 12 hours a day.
Ability to work in indoor and outdoor weather conditions, including high and low temperatures, wind, ice, humidity, rain, fog, hail, sleet, and snow.
Ability to work in daylight, twilight, evening, and dark lighting conditions.
Ability to remain alert while driving and enter and exit the vehicle cab numerous times each day.

Nice To Haves

Previous merchandising experience.

Responsibilities

Wear required personal protective equipment and perform duties in a manner that promotes personal and workplace safety.
Follow FDC personal conduct, appearance, retail execution, and safety training standards and procedures.
Restock designated coolers, shelves, and displays in assigned accounts to ensure product availability, prioritizing FDC non-alcoholic products.
Rotate products in accordance with FDC Code Date Policies to maintain product quality and freshness.
Keep backroom inventory spaces clean, organized, and safe.
Assist with or build displays using appropriate point-of-sale materials to increase product visibility and meet retail programming needs.
Assist with receiving FDC deliveries at assigned accounts.
Develop and maintain productive professional relationships in assigned accounts.
Maintain knowledge of Faust Distributing’s brands and product packages.
Communicate daily objectives with Account Sales Managers and team members.
Report vehicle accidents and on-the-job injuries according to the employee handbook’s protocol.
Promote FDC’s business, monitor competitive activity, identify growth and efficiency opportunities, and report areas where FDC is disadvantaged.