Stocking Associate / Merchandiser

Minnesota Fine Wines & Spirits LLC; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Store discounts

Health care plans (medical, dental, 1)

401(k) and HSA

FSA and pre-tax commuter benefits

Disability and life insurance

College tuition assistance

Career development & product training

Consumer classes

Job summary

Total Wine & More in Minnesota is seeking a Merchandiser to maximize inventory, support online orders and provide a personalized shopping experience. The role includes stocking, displays, and assisting with curbside or delivery services when needed.

You will greet customers, share product knowledge from ongoing training, and participate in promotions and loyalty programs while upholding store safety and legal requirements. This position offers varied hours including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in retail preferred.
• Familiarity with point-of-sale systems and inventory management software.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Maximize product inventory, including processing freight, stocking merchandise, and building displays.
• Support online orders and curbside/delivery services; assist with deliveries when needed.
• Deliver excellent service and inform customers about products and services.
• Attend wine, spirits, and beer training to build product knowledge.
• Maintain knowledge of ads, promotions, and loyalty programs.
• Ensure store safety and cleanliness and compliance with alcohol sale laws.
• Complete cross-functional responsibilities and other duties as assigned.
• Load and deliver orders safely if delivery is an essential function.

Skills

Retail experience

Customer service

Inventory management

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Inventory software

Job description

About the role

All Store Team Members play an essential role in building our company brand by delivering excellent customer service. You will maximize product inventory and support online business operations, ensuring a positive shopping experience. While both part‑time and full‑time positions generally focus on merchandising responsibilities, you may also be assigned sales, front‑end or other responsibilities as needed. Internally, you will be referred to as Merchandiser and report to the store management team.

Responsibilities

• Maximize product inventory, including processing freight, organizing and distributing inventory, pulling and stocking merchandise, building displays and end caps, and placing signage.
• Support digital business operations by fulfilling orders and assisting with in‑store and curbside pick‑up and delivery services, including driving and making deliveries when assigned.
• Deliver exceptional service and a personalized experience by greeting customers, engaging to build relationships, and informing about products and services.
• Participate in wine, spirits, and beer training to build product knowledge.
• Maintain knowledge of advertisements, promotions, and loyalty programs.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness standards across the store.
• Ensure adherence to all applicable laws and regulations related to the sale of alcohol and maintain a safe and compliant store environment.
• Complete cross‑functional responsibilities and other duties as assigned.
• Load and deliver orders in a safe and professional manner, following company policies and procedures and abiding by all traffic and safety laws (if delivery is added as an essential job function).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience, with 1+ year in a retail setting preferred.
• Familiarity with point‑of‑sale systems and inventory management software.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as business requires, including evenings and weekends.

Physical Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Walk, bend down repeatedly, and be on feet for 8–10 hours a day.
• Ability to safely lift, load, and handle cases and pallets.
• Climb ladders and lift 50 lbs. overhead repeatedly.
• May be exposed to various outdoor weather conditions throughout the workday.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Generous store discounts
• Health care plans (medical, prescription, dental, vision)
• 401(k), HSA, FSA, and pre‑tax commuter benefits
• Disability and life insurance coveragePaid parental leave
• Pet insurance
• Critical illness and accident insurance
• Discounted home and auto insurance
• College tuition assistance
• Career development & product training
• Consumer classes and more

Employee Information

Worker type: Regular.

Pay range: $16.43 – $23.00 hourly.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Total Wine & More is an equal‑opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Total Wine & More makes reasonable accommodations during all aspects of the employment process, including during the interview process. Total Wine & More is a drug‑free workplace.