Merchandiser - South Suburbs

Breakthru Beverage Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Breakthru Beverage Group in Chicago is seeking a full-time Merchandiser to stock shelves, rotate inventory, and build brand displays according to account requirements. You will support sales consultants, ensure POS materials are placed, coordinate resets, and maintain relationships with accounts to maximize sell-through.

The role requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent, basic MS Office skills, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent training and experience.
• Basic PC skills with MS Office.
• Results-oriented with strong communication and customer service.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a timely and accurate call schedule.
• Follows merchandising processes and ensures POS materials are placed.
• Stocks shelves and displays to maximize sell-through.
• Builds and installs displays and coordinates timing with accounts.
• Establishes rapport with key individuals in accounts.
• Develops industry, channel, and brand knowledge continuously.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Problem-solving

MS Office

Valid driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Presentation software

Job description

Are you a current Associate? To be considered, you must submit your application through the internal Career Portal (Jobs Hub). Click here to access.Time Type:Full timeRemote Type:Job Family Group:SalesJob Description Summary:Stock shelves, rotate inventory according to account requirements, and build displays with specific product brand merchandise. May organize backroom and inventory. Drive volume and profit growth in accounts and support sales consultants in merchandising activities.Job Description:Job Responsibilities:Maintains a timely and accurate call schedule.Follows established merchandising processes for each retailer while maintaining supplier requirements.Ensures point-of-sale material is placed on shelves and displays.Rotates product through organized processes.Builds and installs displays and works closely with the customer and sales to coordinate the timing and location of displays.Stocks shelves and displays to maximize sell-through of products.Coordinate and/or assist with product resets.Establishes and maintains a rapport with key individuals in account.Obtains feedback from accounts in effectiveness of their individual merchandising procedures.Supports team or sales rep to service accounts within requirements. Identifies and communicates individual account problems and opportunities to the appropriate account contacts and BBG contacts.Develops industry, channel, and brand knowledge on a continuous basis.Other duties, as assigned by the jobholder’s supervisor, may also be required.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in related field and/or equivalent training and work experienceNo prior experience requiredBasic PC skills using MS Office and other various computer programs including presentation softwareMust be a results-oriented professional with verbal/written communication skills using diplomacy and discretion as well as customer service skillsAbility to multi-task, work independently and/or within a team, pay attention to detail and meet deadlinesAnalytic and Reporting skillsUtilize sound judgement and problem-solving skillsAbility to work in fast-paced, high-volume, team environment21 years of age or olderPossess and maintain a valid driver’s licensePhysical Requirements:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephoneCarrying and lifting 45-65 poundsFrequent driving and exiting/entering vehicle to service assigned accountsOverhead reaching to perform various dutiesCompetencies:Accountable for meeting own targets, work is reviewed periodically.Problems encountered will be defined, repetitive, and routine with a solution readily available.This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of this position, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties. Responsibilities, tasks, and duties of individual jobholders may vary from the above description.Any offered salary is determined based on the collective bargaining agreement.Hourly Rate: $20.00 first 12 months (after 12 months’ service $26.63) + gas reimbursement.This position is eligible for union benefits including health care, life insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefits.--Breakthru Beverage Group is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.