Sales Merchandiser

Mitchell Companies, Inc.; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Field-based position

Daily travel to local retail accounts

Training and development opportunities

Stable year-round employment

Opportunity to build relationships w//

Job summary

Mitchell Companies, Inc. in Gulfport, MS is seeking a hands-on Merchandiser to support sales and delivery teams by stocking, rotating, and displaying products to local retailers.

This field-based role involves daily travel to accounts and close collaboration with Sales Representatives and Route Assistants. You will gain hands-on experience in sales, merchandising, delivery, and beverage distribution while staying organized in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Experience in beverage distribution, merchandising, or warehouse preferred.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic knowledge of beverage rotation, inventory handling, and merchandising principles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver, rotate, stock, and display products at retail accounts.
• Merchandise products according to company standards and promotional plans.
• Install and maintain permanent and temporary point‑of‑sale (POS) materials.
• Support monthly team‑selling initiatives.
• Build professional relationships with store owners and managers.
• Learn account layouts, products, and designated display areas.
• Respond to customer requests and elevate unresolved issues when needed.
• Provide route coverage when needed, including delivering products, collecting payments, rotating stock, and executing sales tickets.
• Assist with truck loading each morning.
• Maintain clean and organized POS rooms, work areas, and loading zones.
• Report equipment damage, product loss, or safety concerns to management.
• Handle and transport draft beer equipment and coolers when required.

Skills

Customer service

Independent work

Time management

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Gulfport, MS, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1496

Salary Range: $40,000.00 To $42,000.00 Annually

Field-Based | Retail Accounts | Beverage Distribution

Looking for an active, hands‑on position where you can work independently while building relationships with local customers?

Mitchell Companies is hiring a Merchandiser to support our sales and delivery teams by ensuring products are stocked, rotated, and displayed according to company standards. This is a field‑based position for someone who takes pride in presentation, enjoys working with customers, and can stay organized in a fast-paced environment.

Why Work with Mitchell?

• Annual salary range: $40,000–$42,000
• Field‑based position with daily travel to local retail accounts
• Opportunity to work closely with Sales Representatives and Route Assistants
• Hands‑on experience in sales, merchandising, delivery, and beverage distribution
• Stable, year‑round work with an established company
• Opportunity to build long‑term relationships with local customers
• Variety of daily responsibilities in retail and warehouse environments
• Training and development opportunities

What You’ll Do

• Deliver, rotate, stock, and display products at retail accounts
• Merchandise products according to company standards and promotional plans
• Install and maintain permanent and temporary point‑of‑sale (POS) materials
• Support monthly team‑selling initiatives
• Build professional relationships with store owners and managers
• Learn account layouts, products, and designated display areas
• Respond to customer requests and elevate unresolved issues when needed
• Provide route coverage when needed, including delivering products, collecting payments, rotating stock, and executing sales tickets
• Assist with truck loading each morning
• Maintain clean and organized POS rooms, work areas, and loading zones
• Report equipment damage, product loss, or safety concerns to management
• Handle and transport draft beer equipment and coolers when required

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED required
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record required
• Previous beverage distribution, merchandising, or warehouse experience preferred
• Strong work ethic and ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Basic knowledge of beverage rotation, inventory handling, and merchandising principles
• Good interpersonal and customer service skills
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills
• Ability to safely operate hand trucks, pallet jacks, and related warehouse equipment
• Reliable, professional, and customer‑focused attitude

Schedule

Field‑based position | Daily travel to retail accounts

The schedule may include early mornings, weekends, holidays, and special event coverage based on business needs.

Physical Requirements

• Lift, push, pull, or carry products weighing up to 50 lbs. regularly
• Bend, kneel, climb, and reach throughout the workday
• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Work in cold storage, outdoor environments, warehouses, and retail spaces
• Safely handle product, equipment, and delivery materials

If you’re looking for a hands‑on career in beverage distribution where you can work with customers, support a sales team, and play an important role in keeping products stocked and displayed, we’d like to hear from you.

Employment offers are conditional upon successful completion of required background screening and drug testing.

Mitchell Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.