Merchandiser, MAUI

Status: Full Time, Non Exempt

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Under the Supervision of the Merchandiser Supervisor and Assistant Merchandising Supervisor, Merchandiser is to promote and actively sell Paradise Beverage and supplier marketing, merchandising and sales programs to all off Premise accounts, and designated by their respective route assignment. Assess point-of-sale, advertising and display needs of retailers and arrange for placement. Augments direct sales function by coverage of route deliveries to include direct sales. Occasional assistance at special events that are sponsored by the distributorship.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Assist sales associates and/or sales reps in attaining monthly revenue, volume, and distribution goals
• Assist sales associates and/or sales reps in managing inventory levels in accounts by providing full service merchandising to accounts in assigned territories (shelf fill, back stock, rotation, restocking backroom, proper POS, and signage)
• Work schedule may be adjusted as needed based on product delivery schedules and customer needs
• Develop relationship and communicate effectively with sales associates and/or sales reps, store personnel, delivery driver, and district manager
• Work with district managers in market to deliver against expectations

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Business Acumen - Ability to grasp and understand business concepts and issues.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
• Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and seen as credible in the workplace.
• Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct.
• Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Emotional Intelligence – Engaged, enthusiastic team member who motivates others to excel.

• High School Diploma with related sales and merchandising experience;
• Ability to effectively use hand trucks, pallet jacks, 6-wheelers, and other types of equipment to safely move product;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Self-motivated and pro-active;
• Highly effective and persuasive communication skills;
• Vendor relations management;
• Attention to detail;
• Time-management, prioritization and organizational skills;
• Observant, analytical, inquisitive and attentive;
• Fundamental Math Skills

• Ability to effectively use all functions of the company issued smart device (timecard and routing information)

Behaviors:

• Keen attention to detail
• Collaborative working style and team player attitude
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Outstanding organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks
• Makes good decisions based on a mixture of analysis, experience, judgment, and partnership
• Strong attention to customer service

Most work will be indoors and occasionally outdoors. The merchandiser position requires the constant handling of merchandise, travel on the road, drive in different weather conditions, engages in considerable physical activity, lift and move products, the use of proper safety practices and equipment at the store chains and other retail accounts in the market area serviced in an air conditioning and non-air conditioning settings, and service products in refrigerated temperature coolers. Company ID and closed toe shoes required at all times. Attendance at trainings, both on island and neighbor islands, may be required.