Merchandiser Lead

Red Bull Distribution Company; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Bull Distribution Company, Columbus, Indiana, seeks a Merchandiser Lead to service customers at large format retailers, maintain stock levels, ensure proper rotation, and keep displays premium. This role supports the Merchandising Manager with training and off-day coverage.

The ideal candidate has prior merchandising experience, strong verbal and written communication, a valid US driver’s license and reliable vehicle, and the ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail merchandising and in-store program execution.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Must hold a valid US driver's license and have access to a reliable vehicle.
• Able to lift up to 25 pounds and work flexible hours.
• English required; additional languages a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support Merchandisers by geography and footprint to maximize service and engagement.
• Complete onboarding of new merchandisers and certify readiness.
• Act as main merchandising point of contact in manager's absence and coordinate routes.
• Rotate stock and minimize out-of-code and damaged product concerns.
• Ensure equipment is current, clean, and presented in a premium manner.
• Maintain compliance records (mileage, trainings, etc.).
• Execute merchandising processes and routines.
• Monitor competitors' activities and report to Merchandising Manager.
• Develop relationships with retail managers and drive program adoption.

Skills

Merchandising experience

Strong communication

Valid US Driver's License

Reliable vehicle

Age 18+

Ability to lift 25 pounds

English language

Job description

The primary role of the Merchandiser Lead (ML) is to effectively service all customers in a safe, productive, and professional manner by ensuring proper level of stock is maintained, displayed and rotated correctly at all large format retailers. This individual will also support the Merchandising Manager with training and off day coverage.

All the responsibilities we'\u2019ll trust you with:

SUPPORT EXPECTATIONS

Support Merchandisers based on geography and footprint to maximize service, communications, and engagement Complete on-boarding of new merchandiser(s), certify readiness and ensure adherence to Red Bull merchandising standards In the absence of Merchandising Manager, duties include but not limited to main merchandising point of contact and communication with merchandising team, route coverage and/or rescheduling/rerouting to ensure service levels are maintained Ensure Red Bull products are properly rotated and maintained in accordance with product rotation standards thereby minimizing Out of Code and Damaged Product concerns Ensure that all Red Bull equipment is set to current standards, clean, in good working order, and presented in a premium manner

EXECUTION

Maintain records required for compliance with internal policy up to and including mileage records, trainings and other records required by law Execute and adhere to Red Bull merchandising processes and routines Evaluate all competitors' activities such as new launches and price reductions and communicate with Merchandising Manager or other members of sales team Build, protect, and grow the Red Bull product portfolio Notify appropriate Account Sales Manager for pick up and / or exchange of any dented, damaged, or out of code product, as well as any out-of-stock items, and Quality Point of Distribution (QPOD) opportunities Establish and maintain friendly and professional relationships with retail managers of accounts

BUILDING SUCCESS

Collaborate with sales team members in executing new programs and selling in large displays Work collaboratively across the organization and share best practices Lead by example and adhere to Company standards & Red Bull Values Professional representation of the company and Red Bull brand through responsible driving and in market presence

Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

• Prior merchandising experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• A valid US Driver's License
• Reliable vehicle to be used for work purposes with at least the minimum insurance coverage
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Ability to lift and transport up to 25 pounds of inventory and/or advertising displays necessary
• English; additional languages an advantage

Red Bull Distribution Company, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, disability, uniform service, veteran status, age, or any other classification protected by Federal, state, or local law.