Merchandiser - Tampa, FL

Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits in Tampa, FL is seeking a Merchandiser II to execute merchandising activities and build product displays in key retail accounts. You will support Sales Reps by placing orders and ensuring timely restocking in stores.

The role requires at least two years of merchandising experience, a valid driver’s license, and being 21 or older. We offer a safety-sensitive position with competitive benefits and opportunities for growth within a nationwide beverage distribution

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in merchandising or retail display.
• Must be at least 21 years old and able to drive.
• Valid driver's license and auto liability insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain merchandising/display materials for all products.
• Position merchandise and create a customer-ready selling floor.
• Ensure store appearance and displays align with plans and receipts.
• Consult with buyers, marketing, and sellers on product positioning.
• Place product orders on behalf of the Sales Rep.
• Service local stores and restock displays to keep shelves full.
• Create and coordinate visual presentation including layout and exhibits.
• Install and manage shelf signs and promotional materials.
• Reset alcoholic beverages at store level per plan.

Skills

Merchandising

Display creation

Sales support

Territory management

Driver's license

Job description

What You Need To Know

Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people – and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As North America's largest total beverage distributor, Southern Glazer’s isn't just one of Forbes’ Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.

Southern Glazer’s is proud of its well‑earned positive reputation, continually achieving accolades for our outstanding workplace culture. We take pride in creating a culture where our people are valued, supported, and provided opportunities for growth and belonging.

As a full‑time employee, you can choose from a wide‑ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax‑saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

By joining Southern Glazer’s, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.

Overview

The Merchandiser II is responsible for performing merchandising activities and constructing displays of SGWS products in key retail accounts as requested by Sales Team or retail customers. This role will provide support to Sales Reps by ordering products and may be required to expedite product delivery on an emergency basis.

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for building and maintaining merchandising/display materials for all products
• Position merchandise and create a customer‑ready selling floor
• Participate in ensuring store appearance and merchandise displays are in line with plans, selling history and new receipts
• Consults with buyers, marketing, and sellers product positioning and presentation plans
• Responsible for placing product orders on behalf of the Sales Rep
• Responsible for servicing local stores and refilling existing displays of products to keep company products fully stocked on the shelves
• Create and coordinates the visual presentation of merchandise, including store layout and exhibits
• Distribute and install refund offer, neck hangers, shelf‑talkers, and price signs on products sold by the Company
• Fill cold box and warm shelves at client account with products sold by the Company
• Refill and re‑merchandise existing displays of product sold by the Company
• Assemble, install and fill all types of display racks
• Pick up and deliver special orders, mail, and merchandise
• Perform sales support functions to include the use of current point of sale marketing materials, oversight of the shelf space in the chain territory manager's accounts, consistent communication with the representative regarding changes in buyer preferences and or out of stock inventory concerns/situations encountered during weekend hours
• Reset alcoholic beverages at the store level (e.g., rearranging products using an authorized plan within an assigned territory/set geographic region)
• Implement authorized plan/schematic developed by the various chain headquarters, so accuracy in evaluation, application and execution on the information provided are essential skills
• Introduce new products, reinforce established and agreed upon case volume and display activity, and monitor in‑store promotion results
• Stay abreast of business/market conditions, recognize new opportunities within each account, maintain the necessary territory records and support the sales representative's visibility and market saturation in the account
• Build and develop the trust and confidence of the retailer through knowledge of SGWS policies and procedures coupled with a prompt, courteous resolution of inventory discrepancies
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned

Additional Primary Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of experience
• Requires the ability to maintain a valid driver s license and auto liability insurance by state laws
• Must be at least 21 years of age

Physical Demands

• Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time may include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or mobile device
• Physical demands with activity or condition may include walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping
• May require lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 48lbs

This position is deemed a safety-sensitive position. As such, any person who is given a conditional offer of employment will be required to pass a drug test.

EEO Statement

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