Merchandiser

Watkins Distributing; Hayden (ID); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) matching up to 7%

Health insurance after 60 days

Discounts on beverage products

Job summary

Watkins Distributing in Idaho is seeking a Merchandiser to stock, display, and rotate company products across your assigned route, visiting retail accounts.

This role requires physically active work, driving a personal vehicle, and the ability to follow merchandising plans and directives from sales staff. It offers opportunities to stay organized, meet deadlines, and support store operations with timely product replenishment.

Qualifications

• Self-directed and able to work independently.
• Organized, detail-oriented with a customer focus.
• Comfortable with physical activity and standing/walking for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Stock and merchandise beverage products safely and efficiently.
• Replenish shelves, coolers, displays, and backroom inventory.
• Rotate products to preserve freshness and meet expiration dates.
• Set up, maintain, and dismantle promotional displays and endcaps.
• Place and maintain point-of-sale materials, signage, and decals.
• Safely use manual handling equipment to move and stock products.
• Travel between retail locations using a personal vehicle as directed.
• Follow merchandising plans and directions from sales reps and merchandising supervisors.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Self-directed

Well-organized

Customer-focused

Physically active

Job description

Who We Are:

Watkins Distributing is a family-owned and operated beverage distribution company that has proudly served the communities of Idaho and Montana for four generations.

Job Summary:

The Merchandiser is responsible for visiting retail accounts to stock, display, and rotate company products across their assigned route.

Key Responsibilities:

• Stock and merchandise an assortment of beverage products safely and efficiently.
• Replenish shelves, coolers, displays, and backroom inventory with company products.
• Rotate product to preserve freshness and meet expiration date requirements.
• Set up, maintain, and dismantle promotional displays, endcaps, and other merchandising features.
• Place and maintain point-of-sale materials, signage, and promotional decals.
• Safely use manual handling equipment, including hand trucks, to move and stock products.
• Travel between assigned retail locations using a personal vehicle as directed.
• Follow merchandising plans and direction from sales representatives and merchandising supervisors.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Preferred Skills & Abilities:

• Self-directed and able to work independently with minimal oversight.
• Well-organized and detail-oriented with a customer-focused approach.
• Comfortable in a physically active role with frequent movement throughout the day.
• Thrives in a flexible, fast-paced environment outside of a traditional office setting.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and no major violations.
• Reliable personal transportation for use throughout the workday and proof of current auto insurance. Mileage reimbursement is provided.
• Must be able to regularly lift and move beverage cases weighing 20–30 lbs. Duties include frequent bending, squatting, reaching, and standing for extended periods.
• Work is performed independently across multiple retail locations and may include early mornings, weekends, and peak holiday periods as needed.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) matching up to 7%
• Health insurance after 60 days
• Discounts on beverage products