Merchandiser - Part Time

columbiainternal; Pendleton (OR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Vacation time

Paid holidays

Job summary

Columbia Distributing is seeking a part-time Merchandiser to stock and rotate beverages in customer stores after delivery, building displays and ensuring shelves are ready for sale.

You will work on assigned retail accounts, travel on a company route with a personal vehicle, and collaborate with Delivery, Sales, and store staff to provide outstanding service while adhering to timekeeping and core values. The role may involve indoors/outdoors tasks and weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance required for driving positions.
• Must own and operate a mobile smartphone.
• Previous grocery or retail experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Stock and rotate products in stores, set up displays and manage shelf presentation.
• Drive a personal vehicle on assigned route; no product transport in personal vehicle.
• Deliver excellent customer service to assigned accounts and build positive relationships.
• Coordinate with store personnel and Sales teams to complete account services.
• Accurately clock in/out per timekeeping application and follow labor laws.
• Demonstrate company Core Values at all times.
• Handle additional tasks or projects as assigned.

Skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Oral communication

Relationship building

Accountability and work ethic

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 part-time position. Days and hours of work vary and may include weekends.

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