Mt Vernon

Columbia Distributing•Mount Vernon, WA

About The Position

Merchandisers are the final stop in getting Columbia Distributing beverages into customers’ hands. After delivery, they stock and rotate products so they are ready to sell. The role works closely with Delivery, Sales, and retail partners to provide exceptional customer service. Merchandisers work in retail accounts, primarily indoors, with occasional outdoor work, and drive a personal vehicle on an assigned route. They do not transport products in their personal vehicles.

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 smartphone device.
Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
Manage multiple tasks and meet productivity deadlines using effective 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.
Be able to lift and carry 35 lbs. repetitively and up to 60 lbs.
Be able to push or pull up to 100 lbs. 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.
Be available to work both weekend days; days and hours vary, and overtime may be necessary.

Nice To Haves

Previous grocery or retail experience.

Responsibilities

Work product from store back stock and/or delivery loads, handling beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages for sale or storage.
Fill and rotate products 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 products 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 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 regarding breaks.
Demonstrate behaviors consistent with the company’s Core Values.
Complete other assigned tasks or projects.