Merchandiser, Retail

About This Role

The Merchandiser is responsible for presenting products in a way that will attract the attention of consumers at customer retail locations. This position services and maintains multiple bulk accounts by merchandising approved products and packages using safe handling techniques and following all quality guidelines. The role requires the ability to follow plan sets and planograms and communicate effectively with store management and cross-functional personnel.

Responsibilities

• Fill, merchandise, and rotate products on display and the shelf according to procedures and special programs
• Physically move product from the backroom and place it on display
• Create and distribute point of sale materials on display and shelf where permitted
• Rotate product
• Fill and merchandise Fastlane merchandisers and vendors; check vendors to ensure proper operation
• Organize and maintain the back room by stacking and arranging product by package and flavor
• Arrange the return of empty pallets and shells, damaged and out of date product to the branch
• Foster business relationships with store personnel through routine follow-up on requests, proactive pricing, special programs, new opportunities, and upcoming activities discussions

Requirements

• Effective communication skills, including listening, speaking, and writing
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively to satisfy the needs of a variety of customers with different demands and expectations
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment (lifting 50 lbs. repetitively)
• Able to work reliably and independently with little daily supervision
• Critical thinking skills
• Valid in-state driver’s license
• Excellent driving history
• Proof of insurance policy to verify current coverage of liability and property damage at no less than 50,000 per person/100,000 accident insurance per occurrence/50,000 property damage and 500 or less deductible effective from first day of employment

Nice to have:

• Prior customer service experience in a retail setting

Benefits

• Health coverage
• Paid time off
• Ongoing learning opportunities
• Company provided cell phone

About the Company

America's largest Coca-Cola bottler, the company focuses on building meaningful careers and vibrant communities.