Merchandiser - Lead - Middleton

Frank Liquor Company Inc.; Town of Middleton (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Discount Beverage Purchase Program

Great work and social environment

Paid Time-Off

Medical Benefits

Free Life & Disability Benefits

401k Savings Plan

Job summary

Frank Beverage Group in Middleton, WI is seeking a Lead Merchandiser to supervise in-store merchandising for off-premise liquor and wine sales, stock shelves, build displays, rotate stock, install POS, and ensure products are presented for consumer purchase with limited supervision.

You will train new merchandisers, support scheduling, and assist with monthly display priorities while leading the team in the manager's absence. A high school diploma and relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in merchandising and retail display
• Ability to train and coach staff
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Willingness to work evenings/weekends as needed

Responsibilities

• Merchandises, stocks, rotates, and maintains products, shelves, displays, cold boxes, and back stock at retail accounts.
• Builds and maintains displays and point-of-sale materials per guidelines.
• Coaches and trains Merchandisers in daily activities and display execution.
• Provides route coverage for vacations, absences, deliveries, events, and other needs.
• Supports sales teams with monthly display priorities and key account displays.
• Assists with scheduling, interviews, and new hire input.
• Leads merchandising team in manager's absence and provides in-store oversight.
• Maintains product quality, monitors codes, and ensures proper rotation.

Skills

Merchandising

Leadership

Customer service

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Description

Frank Beverage Group in Middleton, WI is now hiring a Lead Merchandiser. The team members of Frank Beverage Group are committed, innovative leaders of the beverage industry through marketing, selling, distributing, merchandising, and servicing quality products to our valued customers.

This position is responsible for providing in-store support and merchandising for off premise liquor and wine sales divisions with limited supervision and direction. Merchandising includes stocking shelves, building displays, installing POS, rotating stock, and ensuring products are presented for consumer purchase. This position will train new merchandisers and support their respective manager in scheduling needs.

Why Frank Beverage Group?

Frank Beverage Group is a family-owned and operated beer, wine and spirits distributor who stands for quality, excellence & a classic yet transformational brand that our customers can count on year after year.

Frank Beverage Group offers a great working environment & benefit programs to full time employees:

• Company vehicle provided for daily route responsibilities
• Discount Beverage Purchase Program
• Great work and social environment
• Paid Time-Off
• Medical Benefits
• Free Life & Disability Benefits
• 401k Savings Plan
• And more!

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Merchandises, stocks, rotates, and maintains products, shelves, displays, cold boxes, and back stock at retail accounts.
• Builds and maintains displays and point-of-sale materials in accordance with company and supplier guidelines.
• Coaches, trains, and supports Merchandisers in daily activities, product rotation, stocking, and display execution.
• Provides route coverage for vacations, absences, delivery support, special events, and other business needs.
• Supports sales teams with monthly display priorities, key account displays, and additional merchandising projects.
• Assists with scheduling, administrative tasks, interviews, candidate selection, and new hire input.
• Leads the Merchandising team in the Manager's absence and provides regular in-store oversight.
• Maintains product quality, monitors product codes, and ensures proper rotation of date-sensitive products.
• Builds positive relationships with customers, sales representatives, and internal teams while proactively communicating account needs and resolving issues.
• Maintains vehicle inventory of promotional materials and coupons and applies rebates as needed.
• Attends required training sessions and sales meetings and completes assigned company training.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of company brands, product lines, packaging sizes, customers, and internal processes.
• Strong merchandising experience with Frank Beverage Group, consistently meeting or exceeding performance expectations with speed, efficiency, and accuracy.
• Previous leadership, project coordination, or employee training experience preferred.
• Knowledge of the beverage alcohol industry and retail customers preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, follow direction, and work independently.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Goal-oriented, assertive, and able to motivate, influence, and persuade others.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D) required; Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred
• One year's previous experience in related field (distribution, hospitality, supplier, or beverage
• industry) preferred
• Customer service experience required
• Required to be at least 18 years of age
• May need to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary
• A valid driver's license and good driving record is required

Physical Requirement:

• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 40 pounds on a regular basis
• Much be able to crouch, reach and grasp
• Must be able to sit in a car for extended periods

We offer a professional, safe and friendly work environment as well as a comprehensive benefits package and competitive pay structure.

Frank Beverage Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Aff Commative Action Employer.