Retail Route Merchandiser (IN, Columbus)

Bethyl Laboratories, Inc; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Voluntary FSA

Life insurance

Short/long-term disability

Support for Feeding the Future charity

Job summary

Five Star Breaktime Solutions is seeking a Retail Route Merchandiser to represent the company across client locations, stocking vending machines and micro-markets, and ensuring clean, appealing displays. The role involves independent work, customer interaction, and upselling opportunities while adhering to safety and route protocols.

You will manage inventory, support promotions, and coordinate with warehouses to ensure timely deliveries.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must have merchandising experience or familiarity with route-based sales.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and ability to pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Merchandise products according to store layouts and guidelines.
• Roll-out promotions and gather customer feedback.
• Restock shelves and monitor inventory to minimize spoilage.
• Drive the company vehicle to deliver merchandise and load/unload as needed.
• Handle cash at kiosks and follow loss-prevention protocols.
• Inspect and ensure proper refrigeration and product temperatures.

Skills

Merchandising experience

Route/DOT experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

IN, Columbus

About the Role

Five Star Breaktime Solutions is a premier provider of away-from-home convenience services, committed to delivering innovative breaktime solutions that enhance customerexperience. We are seeking aRetailRouteMerchandisertorepresentFive Star across client locations by ensuring vending machines and micro-markets are fully stocked, clean, and visually appealing. This role is ideal for self-motivated individuals who enjoy working independently, building customer relationships, driving safely, and taking pride in delivering exceptional service.You’ll be the face of Five Star — delivering snacks, drinks, and fresh food that keep our customers happy while helping grow our business through excellent service and upselling opportunities.

What Five Star Has To Offer

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans (individual and family coverage).

Voluntary FSA, life insurance, and short/long-term disability options.

Opportunity to support our 501(c)3 charity, Feeding the Future, Inc., which provides over 500,000 meals annually to children in need.

Key Responsibilities

Merchandise products according to store layouts and POGs. Roll-out promotions. Gather and report customer feedback. Maintain established inventory levels for all products sold, to include , but not limited to soft drinks, pre-packaged food, sandwiches, salads, soups, wraps, fruits, vegetables, candy, pastry, and snack items. Restock shelves, coolers, and coffee. Follow inventory-tracking and product-rotation protocols. Collect and record out-of-date, rejected,or unsold merchandise. Monitorstheshelf life of products to minimize spoilage losses.

Review inventory requirements toidentifywhat products are needed for each point of sale. Works closely with the warehouse to ensure all products are ready for delivery. Load and unload productsin accordance withproper safety protocols to prevent injury. Drivethecompany vehicle to deliver merchandise. Maintain open lines of communication with managementregardingaccount product changes andrecommendscheduling changes.

Collect money from kiosks. Follow cash-handling and loss-prevention protocols to ensure personal and property safety. Record transactions onappropriate formsand/or handheld device . Monitor and report any activity that seems out of the norm or raises specific concern about potential misconduct.

Ensure proper handling and refrigeration of all perishable items during transit and while stocking products. Ensure coolersmaintainappropriate temperaturesfor product storage. Perform routine cleaning,including, but not limited to, coffee machines, microwaves, coolers, racks, shelves, tables, countertops, floors, and windows, ateach point of sale.

Greet clients and customers in a friendly and professional manner. Communicate effectively with customers to address questions or concerns. Provideproduct and solution suggestionsas needed. Provide Feedback and suggestions to improve route efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Full inventory counts must be completedand submittedasdesignatedby company protocol.

Inspect food quality & appearance; report stale products, review "pick" sheets, conduct finalwalk-through.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or GED.

Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Must be able to consent to a drug screen and pre-employment background check.

Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Ability to lift, bend,stoop, and reach throughout the route.

Must be 21 to meet DOT requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

Merchandising experience

Route/ DOT experience

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location - IN, Columbus - IN - 4489 Middle Rd