Merchandising Specialist

James Edward & Companies Group; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with 4% company match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company paid life insurance

Paid time off after introductory period

Paid company holidays

Incentive programs and commissions

Job summary

James Edward & Companies Group is looking for a Merchandising Specialist in Lubbock, Texas. This role primarily focuses on restocking Red Bull products, ensuring they meet company standards for visibility. The Specialist will build strong relationships with store personnel and may train third-party merchandisers for consistent execution.

This position demands strong communication skills and a valid driver’s license. Compensation includes benefits like a 401k with company match and medical coverage.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this role.
• A valid driver's license with a clean driving record is required.
• Experience or knowledge of the beverage market is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Restock shelves and cold boxes with Red Bull products.
• Ensure products are rotated and displayed to company standards.
• Build relationships with store personnel for exceptional service.
• Train third-party merchandisers on execution and brand standards.

Skills

Strong communication and organizational skills

Good mathematical skills

Current driver's license with clean driving record

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Lubbock - Lubbock, TX 79404

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $20.00 Hourly

Job Category: General Labor

Purpose of this job

The Merchandising Specialist is primarily responsible for restocking shelves and cold boxes with Red Bull products in grocery and mass accounts. This includes ensuring products are properly rotated, front‑facing, and merchandised to company standards for maximum visibility and availability. Working closely with the presell and delivery teams, this role helps build strong relationships with store personnel to provide exceptional customer service. As the merchandising lead for assigned accounts, the Merchandising Specialist also trains and supports third‑party merchandisers operating in the same locations to ensure consistent execution.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Ensure shelves, cold boxes and other points of distribution are fully stocked with the correct Red Bull products, properly rotated, and front‑faced to company standards.
• Maintain adequate backstock levels while complying with store‑specific inventory policies and procedures.
• Deliver and install cold equipment as directed by management, ensuring proper setup and placement for the greatest in‑store presence.
• Submit task completion surveys with clear before‑and‑after photos to verify execution and maintain accountability.
• Build strong relationships with store personnel, including receivers, department managers, and store leadership, to ensure high levels of service and execution.
• Collaborate with and support third‑party merchandisers (e.g., Trax) working in assigned stores to ensure consistency and alignment with brand standards.
• Assist with onboarding and training of new Merchandising Specialists and third‑party merchandisers, focusing on store protocols, task execution, and brand expectations.
• Maintain a sense of urgency, dependability, and commitment to excellence in every store visit.
• Keep all equipment clean, operational, and aligned with Red Bull’s appearance standards.
• Represent and protect the Red Bull brand through professionalism, consistency, and pride in execution.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Good mathematical skills.
• Current driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Microsoft Office Suite.

Physical Requirements

• Repeatedly lifting 10-25 pounds including overhead multiple times daily.
• Moving carts/dolly that weigh up to 75 pounds repeatedly on a daily basis.
• Prolonged periods of sitting while driving.
• Ability to stand and walk frequently.
• Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
• Work in both indoor and outdoor weather conditions.
• Must have a valid DOT.

Miscellaneous Requirements

• Knowledge of the beverage market preferred.
• Preferred prior sales experience.
• Must have reliable transportation in good working condition and be willing to use it daily for business‑related travel (reimbursements provided according to IRS Current Standard Rate).

Compensation/Benefits

• 401k with 4% company match.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company paid life insurance.
• Paid time off after introductory period.
• Paid company holidays.
• Additional earning opportunities with incentive programs and commissions.