Merchandising Swing Representative (Retail Chain Team)

Great Lakes Wine & Spirits; Lansing (MI); Sur place; USD 33 750 - 41 250; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Vacation and Personal Time

6 Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) enrollment upon hire

Résumé du poste

Great Lakes Wine & Spirits seeks a Merchandising Swing Representative in Lansing. This full-time role involves servicing accounts, ensuring product displays and pricing standards, and generating strong relationships with retailers.

Benefits include a starting salary of $37,500, a $300 monthly car allowance, vacation time, paid holidays, and comprehensive insurance options. Candidates must have a high school diploma and preferred sales experience, as well as a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 21 years.
• 2 years of sales experience preferred.

Responsabilités

• Service multiple accounts in and surrounding areas of Lansing.
• Timely stocking and handling all merchandise.
• Generate positive business relationships with assigned accounts.
• Maintain good product knowledge of all GLWAS brands.

Connaissances

Sales experience

Basic competency with iOS devices

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Description du poste

Great Lakes Wine & Spirits is Michigan's largest alcoholic beverage wholesaler, servicing all 83 counties in Michigan. Employing over 1,000 people across the state, the family‑owned company has built its success on honesty, hard work, and a commitment to customers and staff.

Merchandising Swing Representative

We are seeking a Merchandising Swing Representative for our Retail Chain Sales Division to service multiple accounts in and surrounding areas of Lansing.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The Merchandising Swing Rep is responsible for timely stocking and handling all GLWAS merchandise shipped to an assigned retail account. Duties include packing orders, pricing bottles, building displays, resetting shelf and cold‑box schematics, and implementing correct signage, rotation, product fronting, dusting, and adherence to all housekeeping standards.

• Generate positive business relationships with the management, buyer, owner, or decision maker at assigned accounts.
• Maintain good product knowledge of all GLWAS brands and continually improve wine/beverage/category expertise while enhancing store presentation.
• Execute shelf, display, and cold‑box standards set by GLWAS, suppliers, and the account, including stocking/pack‑out policies.
• Ensure all shelf price tags are correct and in place at month start.
• Ensure all display prices are correct and current.
• Maintain and place all current POS for all products.
• Maintain and use reports, forms, and pre‑plans.

Work Schedule

Full‑time position with daytime hours that vary by schedule Monday through Friday. Evening and weekend hours may be required based on holiday schedules and business needs.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Field‑based role with daily travel and driving in all weather conditions. Physical demands include frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, stooping, climbing, lifting, stacking, moving, and rotating items without handles weighing up to 50 pounds. Pushing and pulling carts with up to 100 pounds of force and operating warehouse equipment may be required.

Starting Pay & Position

• $37,500.00 starting base salary
• $300 Monthly Car Allowance
• Vacation and Personal Time
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Competitive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, Employee Assistance Programs, Group Legal coverage
• Buy‑up Life Insurance and Disability coverage available
• Eligible for 401(k) enrollment upon hire

Required Qualifications

• Minimum age of 21 years
• High School Diploma or GED; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Basic competency with iOS devices
• 2 years of sales experience (preferred)

Additional Requirements

• Adhere to the policies and procedures outlined in the employee policy manual and applicable contracts, agreements, and work rules.
• Cooperate with all GLWAS management and staff.
• Follow all MLCC rules and regulations, as they apply.
• Use alcohol responsibly when related to business activities.

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to cover all activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required of the employee. Duties may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A valid driver’s license and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) is required. All applicants will be subject to a driving record check during the interview process. Failure to maintain a satisfactory driving record may result in withdrawal of the employment offer or disciplinary action, up to and including termination, if employed. By submitting an application, you consent to the company’s screening of your driving record.

All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre‑employment screenings, including a background check, physical evaluation, agility (lift) test, and drug screen. Full disclosure is required before a criminal history is investigated and will not constitute an automatic bar of employment. Factors such as the date of offense, seriousness, nature of the violation, rehabilitation, and the position applied for will be considered.

By submitting an application, you consent to the company’s screening of your driving record and the conditions of employment.