Merchandiser - Grocery Division

Doll Distributing; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Doll Distributing LLC in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Merchandiser to stock shelves and rotate products in grocery and super store centers. The role supports sales objectives and requires attention to detail and reliable transportation.

You will manage product flow, organize back stock, place point-of-sale materials, and uphold safety standards while representing the company professionally. The position is full-time, 1st shift, with potential overtime based on sales volume.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to plan and organize work independently.
• Proven time management and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Stock shelves, displays, and coolers daily at grocery stores and super store centers.
• Manage incoming product by unloading trucks and pallets.
• Organize product using rotation standards and face shelves.
• Condense back stock and backrooms to maintain cleanliness.
• Prepare damaged/outdated product for pickup/return.
• Place POS materials on mail shelf, displays, and coolers.
• Represent the company professionally and courteously.
• Comply with all safety guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer relations

Time management

Problem solving

Mobility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Mobility

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: IA Des Moines - Des Moines, IA 50316, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School Diploma / GED, Salary Range: $19.00 - $19.00 Hourly, Travel Percentage: Road Warrior, Job Shift: 1st shift

Job Title

Merchandiser

Reports To

Team Leader

Status

Full Time, Non-Exempt

Direct Reports

None

Department

Sales

Location

Des Moines

Schedule

Typically 7am-3pm, Wednesday-Sunday. 40 hours per week. Overtime may be required when sales volume dictates

Position Description

The Merchandiser is responsible for stocking shelves and rotating products in designated grocery and super store center.In addition, this position is responsible for the performance of all duties within the objectives, standards, mission, and policies of Doll Distributing LLC, State of Iowa laws and regulations governing the beer industry, and brewery/supplier requirements

Essential Functions

• Stock shelves, displays, and coolers with products daily primarily at grocery stores and super store centers in accordance with company and brewery merchandising standards
• Manage incoming product at stores by emptying trucks and pallets and placing product in back stock or shelves
• Organize product using proper rotation standards for freshness and quality, face product on shelves
• Condense and organize back stock and backrooms at customer locations to ensure cleanliness at all times
• Prepare damaged and outdated product for pickup and return
• Place proper point-of-sale materials on mail shelf, displays, and coolers
• Exhibit strong commitment to the service needs of the external customer
• Represent the company in a professional and courteous manner
• Compliance with all company safety guidelines
• Other duties as assigned

Non Essential Functions

• Build, set, or move product displays at customer locations
• Assist sales reps with various tasks as needed

Qualifications: Essential Skills and Knowledge

• Meet or exceed minimum productivity standards established by Doll Distributing LLC
• Effectively plan and organize work activities independent of direct supervision
• Demonstrate a commitment to learning and understanding product portfolios
• Demonstrate strong communication, customer relations, time management, and problem resolution skills
• Working knowledge of Excel and Outlook and either entry-level (or ability to learn) Mobility
• Able to work with a diverse group of people and customers

Qualifications

• Must be 19 years of age
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and information
• Ability to work within multiple locations within assigned territory
• Provide own transportation to and from multiple work site locations
• Must have insured personal vehicle for transportation between accounts and provide the company with updated insurance as it renews

Working Conditions

• Temperature/ClimateThis position will spend 90% of the shift in a climate-controlled environment and 10% of the shift in an outdoor environment
• Safety ConsiderationsThis position drive personal vehicle to customer locations in various weather conditions
• Physical/Mental Organizational CapabilitiesThe individual in this role must possess the ability to walk, stand, sit, bend, and climb stairs on a frequent basis. Must have the ability to safely lift a minimum of 24 lbs. without assistance, waist level, waist to should level, shoulder level to overhead. Must have ability to push/pull/lift a maximum of 165 lbs. with appropriate equipment. Requires significant demands on these physical requirements through entire work shift with tasks performed in all weather conditions. The ability to pay attention to detail, problem solve, troubleshoot, and make decisions is required.