Merchandiser - Auburn/Federal Way

Columbia Distributing • Auburn, WA

3d

About The Position

The Merchandiser is the final stop in the distribution process, stocking and rotating beverages after delivery so products are ready for sale. This position works closely with Delivery, Sales, and retail partners to provide customer service. Merchandisers work in retail accounts, using product from store back stock and/or delivery loads to fill and rotate products in cold boxes and on dry shelves, and to build and maintain displays with point-of-sale materials as needed. The role requires driving a personal vehicle on an assigned route; product is not transported in the personal vehicle. Local travel is required, and regional travel may be requested. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with variable workdays and hours, possible overtime, and availability to work both weekend days. The position reports to the Merchandising Supervisor.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance are required for driving positions.
• Must own and be able to operate a mobile smartphone device.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet productivity deadlines using 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 or pull up to 100 pounds using a manual cart or pallet jack.
• Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, squat, and use arms, wrists, hands, and grasp.
• Ability to climb stairs.
• Must be able to drive and operate a vehicle for driving positions.
• Must be able to operate manual, non-powered equipment.
• Must be available to work both weekend days.

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 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 needed.
• Drive a personal vehicle on the 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 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.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• 80 hours of vacation each year
• 7–8 days of paid holidays per calendar year, depending on location
• May be eligible for incentives or bonuses

What This Job Offers

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