Sales Trainee - Merchandiser

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits in Carmel, IN is hiring a Merchandiser I to perform merchandising, build displays, and stock SGWS products in retail accounts. You will install promotional point-of-sale materials and ensure displays meet objectives.

The role emphasizes strong retailer relationships, proper product presentation, and adherence to territory plans. A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are required, and you will work full-time in a on-site position.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in merchandising or retail.
• Must possess a reliable vehicle and a valid driver's license.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws affecting beverage/alcohol industries within account responsibility.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Build displays and update pricing and offers in assigned territory.
• Maintain positive relationships with retail customers.
• Ensure all products are properly displayed.
• Install point-of-sale materials as directed.
• Stock products on shelves, displays and cold boxes as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

1 year experience

Driver's license

Reliable vehicle

Industry regulations knowledge

Age 21+

Job description

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What You Need To Know

Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people – and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As North America's largest total beverage distributor, Southern Glazer’s isn't just one of Forbes’ Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.

Southern Glazer’s is proud of its well-earned positive reputation, continually achieving accolades for our outstanding workplace culture. We take pride in creating a culture where our people are valued, supported, and provided opportunities for growth and belonging.

As a full-time employee, you can choose from a wide-ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

Southern Glazer’s offers a competitive compensation package with an hourly pay rate of $19/ hour plus incentives. In determining a final offer, the company will evaluate a specific candidate's education, skills and experience and will make an offer appropriately.

By joining Southern Glazer’s, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.

Southern Glazer’s is proud of its well-earned positive reputation, continually achieving accolades for our outstanding workplace culture. We’re especially honored to be awarded a place on the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers for New Grads 2026 for the third consecutive year. We take pride in creating a culture where our people are valued, supported, and provided opportunities for growth and belonging.

Overview

The Merchandiser I is responsible for performing merchandising activities, constructing displays, and stocking SGWS products in retail accounts as requested by sales teams or retail customers. The Merchandiser will install promotional point-of-sale materials to achieve display objectives and stock products as needed

Primary Responsibilities

• Build displays and update pricing and special offers within an assigned territory
• Maintain positive relationships with retail customers
• Ensure all company products are properly displayed
• Install point-of-sale materials as directed
• Stock products on shelves, displays, and cold boxes as necessary
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Additional Primary Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

• One year of experience
• Must possess a reliable vehicle, a valid drivers’ license, and the ability to obtain and maintain auto liability insurance by State laws
• Apprised of federal, state, and local laws affecting the beverage/alcohol industry within account responsibility
• Must be at least 21 years of age

Physical Demands

• Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time may include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or mobile device
• Physical demands with activity or condition may include walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping
• May require lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 48lbs

EEO Statement

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affi... SGWS provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.

If you have any questions or concerns about whether this posting complies/adheres with local pay transparency requirements, please contact the SGWS talent acquisition team at [e-mail]