Merchandiser - Kent Branch

Columbia Distributing; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in beverage distribution is seeking a Merchandiser for their Kent Branch. This role involves ensuring products are stocked and displayed properly while providing exceptional service to retail partners. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and experience in retail, with the ability to manage physical demands, including lifting and handling inventory.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance.
• Must own and operate a mobile smartphone.

Responsibilities

• Manage stock and display of products.
• Drive personal vehicle on assigned routes.
• Provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Time Management

Communication

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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Job Description

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Job Description

Our Merchandisers play a pivotal role at Columbia Distributing. Over the course of distribution, Merchandising is the final stop in getting beverages into our customer's hands. After the Delivery team delivers product to the store, a Merchandiser will stock and rotate our products so they are ready to sell. This position works closely with our Delivery, Sales, and retail partners, to provide exceptional customer service.

Primary Responsibilities

• In retail accounts, work product from store back stock and/or delivery loads; handling cases, bottles and cans of beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages for the purpose of sale or storage. This includes filling and rotating product in cold boxes, on dry shelves, and building and maintaining displays with POS (point of sale) as necessary.
• Drive personal vehicle on assigned route. Merchandisers do not transport any product in personal vehicles, nor to and from any locations.
• Provide excellent customer service to assigned accounts. Develop and maintain positive, cooperative and team-oriented relationships with co-workers, Supervisors, Managers and others you come into contact with throughout your job
• Engage in direct communication with store personnel and Sales teammates to effectively complete account services
• Accurately clock in and out of required timekeeping application, adhering to state labor laws for breaks, etc.
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with those of the Company's Core Values at all times
• Complete all other tasks or projects as assigned
  
  

Key Competencies

• Ability to work independently and with a team. Manage multiple tasks and meet productivity deadlines through effective organizational and time management skills
• Excellent oral communication skills
• Ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external customers
• Strong work ethic and self-accountability
  
  

People Management

None

Work Environment

This job operates in our accounts, mostly indoors with occasional outdoor work

Physical Demands

• Lift/carry 35 lbs. repetitively and up to 60 lbs.
• Push/pull up to 100 lbs. with the use of manual cart or pallet jack
• Bend/stoop/crouch/squat/ use arms/wrists/hands/grasp
• Climb stairs
• Work indoors and outdoors
• Must be able to drive and operate a vehicle for driving positions
• Must be able to operate manual, non-powered equipment
  
  

Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days/hours of work vary & may include overtime as necessary. Must be available to work both weekend days.

Travel

Local travel required. Regional Travel may be requested

Required Education And Experience

• Minimum of 18 years of age
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance required for driving positions
• Must own and be able to operate a mobile smart phone device
  
  

Preferred Education And Experience

• Previous grocery or retail experience
  
  

Compensation

• Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and specific location.
• Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan. Employees are also eligible for 80 hours of vacation every year and 7-8 days of paid holidays throughout the calendar year (depending on location).
• [Hired applicant may be eligible for [incentives/ bonuses/ annual bonuses].
  
  

Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Merchandising Supervisor

Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets

Company Description

We take pride in providing quality products, quick delivery, and premium customer service. Through our distribution of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages since 1935, we’ve grown to become a staple in the Pacific Northwest community, employing nearly 3,000 people from Everett, Washington to Medford, Oregon and everywhere between. As a community staple for 80+ years, we've cultivated deep relationships with our retail partners and developed an expert understanding of the beverage market, allowing us to appeal to brands both big and small.

We take pride in providing quality products, quick delivery, and premium customer service. Through our distribution of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages since 1935, we’ve grown to become a staple in the Pacific Northwest community, employing nearly 3,000 people from Everett, Washington to Medford, Oregon and everywhere between. As a community staple for 80+ years, we've cultivated deep relationships with our retail partners and developed an expert understanding of the beverage market, allowing us to appeal to brands both big and small.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing and Sales

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services

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