Grocery Merchandiser

C.A. Fortune; Sebastopol (CA); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid drive time at .70 a mile

Monthly phone stipend

401k with company match

PTO and sick days

Weekly pay

Job summary

C.A. Fortune is looking for a part-time Grocery Merchandiser in Sebastopol, California. This role involves managing store visits, ensuring product availability, and building relationships with store teams.

The ideal candidate should be able to lift up to 50 pounds and have strong communication skills. Responsibilities include stocking products, conducting audits, and using mobile apps for reporting. Benefits include paid drive time, PTO, and a 401k with company match.

Qualifications

• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license is required.
• Previous experience in retail or merchandising is a plus.
• Ability to consistently use mobile apps for reporting and communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct store visits, surveys, and tasks within assigned territory.
• Maintain proper stock of client products and order as needed.
• Build strong relationships with store teams for effective product distribution.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

Retail/sales/merchandising experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview of the Role

• The Grocery Merchandiser will properly manage their assigned territory by completing store visits, surveys, and tasks. They will have the ability to take pictures and complete reporting requirements with the technology provided. This position will require merchandising, and the ability to repeatedly bend and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Location: Santa Rosa, CA (within a 40-60 mile radius)
• This position is part time, 27 / hours a week
• Compensation: $20 hourly
• You will be responsible for selling, merchandising, gaining/maintaining distribution within a variety of accounts.
• Ensure our clients' products are well stocked and order if product is not in stock or low.
• This position requires consistent use of mobile apps for reporting, photo uploads, task completion, and communication.
• This position requires you to switch between tasks such as stocking, reporting, and communicating with store teams throughout the day
• You must be able to lift, bend/stoop for extended periods of time.
• This is a position where you work independently, follow directions, and have excellent communication skills.
• Paid drive time at .70 a mile
• Monthly phone stipend
• Steady and consistent scheduled working hours with available route flexibility
• PTO and sick days
• 401k with company match
• Weekly pay

What You’ll Do at C.A. Fortune

• Gain and maintain product distribution by establishing strong relationships with store teams.
• Retail work will entail (but not limited to) ordering products, working product to shelves from new orders, etc.
• Conduct audits in area grocery stores
• Travel to and between store locations within the designated territory.
• Verify that our clients' products are accurately represented on store shelves
• Maintain a safe working environment while working in the stores
• Maintain a professional appearance and adhere to dress code and attendance guidelines.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, and lift regularly throughout the day.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, retail environment with minimal supervision.
• Comply with any additional guidelines established by the Store Team
• Attend client kickoff video calls and team check-ins as required.

What You Should Bring to the Table

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Reliable transportation
• Valid Driver License
• Proof of Automobile insurance
• Reliable phone (within 5 years old) service and internet service for daily communication.
• Ability to drive to stores in assigned territory to complete retail tasks & audits at local grocery retailer.
• Strong communication skills and ability to follow directions independently
• Previous retail, sales, or merchandising experience is a plus (but not required)

Come As You Are

C.A. is committed to making our company more inclusive. Diversity fuels our innovation and better connects us to our clients, our colleagues, and our communities. Based on research, we know that women and other marginalized groups tend to apply to roles only when their experience perfectly matches the job description. That said, we encourage you to apply if you meet the majority of qualifications, especially if this role aligns with your career trajectory.