Seasonal Merchandiser (Retail Chain Team)

Great Lakes Wine and Spirits•Highland Park, MI

About The Position

Great Lakes Wine & Spirits is seeking a Seasonal Merchandiser for its Retail Chain Sales Division, servicing multiple customer accounts in Metro Detroit. The Merchandiser stocks and handles merchandise delivered to assigned retail stores, works with store personnel on shelf placement and in-store displays, and assesses display effectiveness. The role also involves maintaining a professional appearance and keeping the vehicle clean and organized with adequate point-of-sale and other sales materials. This part-time role offers up to 29 hours per week, with daytime hours varying by schedule Monday through Friday. Evening and weekend hours may be required based on holiday schedules and business needs. Work is performed in the field and includes daily travel and driving in all weather conditions. Pay is $18.00 per hour. Employees are eligible to enroll in the 401(k) plan upon hire; other perks and incentives are available. Employment offers are conditional on satisfactory pre-employment screenings, including a criminal background check, physical evaluation, agility/lift test, and drug screen. A valid driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record are required, and applicants consent to a driving record check.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Basic competency with iOS devices.
Valid driver's license and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record.
Must complete satisfactory pre-employment screenings, including a criminal background check, physical evaluation, agility/lift test, and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED (preferred).
Two years of sales experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

Stock and handle merchandise shipped to assigned retail accounts in a timely manner.
Work with store personnel to ensure effective shelf-product placement and in-store displays.
Assess the effectiveness of product displays and their locations.
Build displays.
Manage GLWAS product conditions within stores.
Work with GLWAS District Managers and Area Managers to address product out-of-stocks.
Manage the territory.
Follow the workday plan.
Maintain and use reports, forms, and pre-plans.
Communicate with the Manager daily.
Maintain a professional demeanor and keep the vehicle clean, organized, and stocked with adequate point-of-sale and other sales materials.
Follow applicable employee policies, contracts, agreements, work rules, and MLCC rules and regulations.