Retail Merchandiser, Edmonton

Breakthru Beverage; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated merchandiser to enhance product visibility and drive sales in Edmonton. This role involves leading merchandising efforts, building strong customer relationships, and executing sales strategies to ensure optimal product placement. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and a keen eye for detail, enabling them to effectively manage displays and respond to market trends. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and innovation, where your contributions will be pivotal in elevating brand presence and achieving business goals. If you are passionate about sales and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Must demonstrate professionalism and sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Lead merchandising efforts and develop customer relationships.
• Service and improve product marketability through effective displays.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Multi-tasking

Education

College Degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Breakthru Beverage Canada (BBC) is the leading Sales Broker in the Canadian marketplace representing suppliers such as Diageo, Brown-Forman, Casamigos, Aquilini Brand, and Lucas Bols. At BBC, we put a premium on building a strong team culture and we measure success through the daily practice of our Breakthru values. With this foundation in place, we continue to evolve and grow our business using the most effective sales tools to give our people and brands the best opportunity to win in all channels.

As a merchandiser, this role helps drive volume and increase visibility of products in accounts and supports the sales teams in merchandising activities.

Compensation

$17 per hour + .72 cents per km

Hours per week

40 hours (Full-Time)

Schedule

Monday to Friday (Days)

Territory

Edmonton, Alberta

Valid driving license and insured personal vehicle required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Lead merchandising efforts in customer for all products, general distribution, and promotions/programs.
• Develop effective business relationships with assigned customers.
• Provide management with specific and current information on competitive activity, market challenges, and merchandising opportunities.
• Execute sales driver objectives.
• Service and improve the marketability of our products through shelf management, display position and frequency, concept selling, and price point management.
• Pack out shelves, build and refresh displays, place POS, and stock cold box.
• Obtain feedback from accounts on the effectiveness of consumer programming and report trends to management.
• Design and build creative displays to showcase brands.
• Coordinate timing of merchandising activities with sales teams and communicate merchandising tactics to customers.
• Continual development of industry, channel, and brand knowledge.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Must be able to:

• Demonstrate excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Exhibit high levels of professionalism.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Perform job duties in an accurate, proficient, and timely manner.
• Pay attention to detail and have the ability to multi-task.
• Rely on some instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
• Have strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Possess knowledge of Liquor Board Regulations, market trends, and competition.

Required Skills

• College degree preferred.
• Proficient MS Office skills.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be at least 19 years of age (or 18 years of age in Alberta, Quebec, and Manitoba).
• Must have fully insured, reliable, and appropriate transportation.

Physical Demands of Job

• Carrying and lifting 45-65 pounds.
• Immediate reaching to perform various duties.
• Overhead reaching to perform various duties.
• Standing and walking for periods of time to perform various duties.
• Squatting or bending to perform various duties as assigned.