Merchandiser - Wasilla/Anchorage AK

Women of the Vine & Spirits; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Eligibility for company-paid holidays

Potential access to company insurance benefits

Job summary

Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) in Anchorage, AK is seeking a diligent Merchandiser to enhance the Sales team. The role involves servicing assigned accounts, maintaining product displays, and conducting routine maintenance for draft lines.

Candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED, preferably with merchandising experience, and must have a valid driver's license. RNDC offers a vibrant work culture with comprehensive benefits including 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, preferably one year of merchandising experience.
• Current valid driver's license and reliable transportation needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.

Responsibilities

• Place price and descriptive signs on displays.
• Check stock levels and service accounts to maintain product availability.
• Perform routine cleaning of beer draft lines.

Skills

Merchandising experience

Customer service

Ability to lift heavy items

Driving skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand trucks

Pallet jacks

Job description

Company

Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC)

Location

Anchorage, AK

Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) is a family‑owned business with roots extending before Prohibition that has evolved into one of the nation's largest wine and spirits wholesalers. Our success is grounded in our core values of Family, Service, Accountability, Honesty, and Professionalism. We offer a vibrant, inclusive culture and workplace experience for individuals who want a career that makes them feel accomplished and engaged. RNDC values the health and well‑being of our associates, inside and outside the office, offering dynamic health and wellness benefits that supply exceptional care and value. RNDC is geared toward growing our footprint and our people. Join our team of energetic professionals who believe in many happy hours and are experts in our craft.

Summary

RNDC Alaska is looking for a reliable and charismatic Merchandiser to join our growing Sales team! The Merchandiser/Draft Tech promotes the Company's products by servicing assigned accounts. Maintains store standards by creating and arranging floor displays, resetting coolers and stocking shelves and performs routine minor maintenance and regularly scheduled cleaning of beer draft lines at customer accounts.

In this role, you will

• Place price and descriptive signs on backdrop, fixtures, merchandise, on floor.
• Check quantities of goods on display and in stock and services the account to achieve 100% in stock by manually lifting and placing cases or bottles.
• Routine minor maintenance and regularly scheduled cleaning of beer draft lines.
• Prepare, construct, and maintain product displays according to schematics, directions, and standards.
• Provide customer service as required by customer and consumer demand.
• Operate hand trucks and pallet jacks to move cases from store room to sales floor.
• Have the necessary POS needed for the day on the truck, return unused POS to the warehouse promptly.
• Maintain all administrative work in a neat and legible fashion. Copy key personnel on market conditions, refused displays and other customer issues.
• Present promotional activities and suggestions to customers as instructed by the company. Survey the account for merchandising opportunities. Have all current sales support sheets available for opportunities to improve Republic's representation in the store.
• Consult with store managers, buyers and/or sales representative to determine appropriate placement of displays or products.
• Submit daily activity report and merchandising reports. Report competitive activity and pricing as it occurs to immediate supervisor.
• Write sales orders, on occasion, as needed.
• Cover open sales territory, as needed and as applicable, due to absence or vacation.
• Operate motor vehicle to various assigned accounts within an assigned geographic region.
• This position could require the employee to work some nights, some weekends, and/or some holidays.

What you bring to RNDC

High school diploma or general education degree (GED), preferably one year merchandising experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires a current, valid state driver's license, ability to meet vehicle insurance requirements as defined by the Company and Alcohol Beverage Commission (ABC) License, as required by the state. Reliable transportation with a clean driving record and current insurance.

The employee must regularly lift up to 50 pounds and will occasionally lift up to 100 pounds. We are an Equal Opportunity employer.

What's in it for you

• 401(k) with company matching.
• May be eligible for company‑paid holidays.
• May be eligible for some company insurance benefits.
• Associate resource groups, and diversity, equity, and inclusion programs available for all associates.

COVID‑19 Considerations

We follow CDC Guidelines and have a fun and safe environment for our teams.

Bonus if you bring

• Previous experience in the Wine and Spirits industry.
• WSET certifications.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Republic National Distributing Company and National Distributing Company are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers. It is our policy not to discriminate against any Employee or Applicant. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. This policy of nondiscrimination in employment includes but is not limited to: recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, employment advertising or solicitation, compensation, layoff or termination of employment. RNDC is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to people with disabilities throughout the job application and interview process, to the point of undue hardship. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please click here.