Sales Merchandiser

Virginia Information Technologies Agency • Wytheville, VA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

For more than three decades, the Virginia Lottery has worked to build a strong reputation, one synonymous with providing fun, entertaining experiences and doing so responsibly and with integrity. Proceeds from traditional Lottery games support K-12 public education in Virginia. Taxes generated by sports wagering and casino gaming, which are regulated by the Lottery, benefit other priorities of the Commonwealth.
The Virginia Lottery, an independent state agency, is currently seeking a hourly Sales Merchandiser for the areas of Abingdon, Bristol, Wytheville, Marion and Pulaski.
The Sales Merchandiser’s main responsibility will be supporting sales by filling and maintaining Lottery vending machines, replacing and maintaining counter dispensers, slotting new games during launch periods, assisting in special projects and other various tasks as assigned. Other duties may include assisting special distribution projects and occasional weekend events. Work closely with the Area Manager and Sales Representatives to accomplish the sales and distribution goals of the sales area.
This is an hourly position without benefits. Less than 30 hours per week, but may vary based on business need. Weekend work is required. Additionally, a state vehicle is provided including gas.

Requirements

• Must be able to work independently with low levels of supervision
• Possess strong interpersonal communication skills, organizational skills and time management skills
• Present a professional and engaging personality
• Good math skills
• On occasion, may be required to work a 12 hour day
• Able to lift and move up to 50 lbs.
• Use common household tools
• Travel and weekend work required
• Willing to travel within a wide radius of the Abingdon sales area

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of route sales
• Knowledge of consumer package goods industry
• Experience working in the convenience store, mass merchandiser and/or grocery environment
• Route experience

Responsibilities

• Supporting sales by filling and maintaining Lottery vending machines
• Replacing and maintaining counter dispensers
• Slotting new games during launch periods
• Assisting in special projects and other various tasks as assigned
• Assisting special distribution projects
• Occasional weekend events
• Work closely with the Area Manager and Sales Representatives to accomplish the sales and distribution goals of the sales area

Benefits

• This is an hourly position without benefits.
• A state vehicle is provided including gas.

What This Job Offers

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