Merchandiser jobs in Bellevue, WA

Working Locations

Bellevue / Redmond

Pay Range

$21.50-22.00 / hr

Job Details

Our Merchandisers play a pivotal role at Columbia Distributing. Over the course of distribution, Merchandising is the final stop in getting beverages into our customer's hands.

After the Delivery team delivers product to the store, a Merchandiser will stock and rotate our products so they are ready to sell.

This position works closely with our Delivery, Sales, and retail partners, to provide exceptional customer service.

Primary Responsibilities

In retail accounts, work product from store back stock and / or delivery loads; handling cases, bottles and cans of beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages for the purpose of sale or storage.

This includes filling and rotating product in cold boxes, on dry shelves, and building and maintaining displays with POS (point of sale) as necessary.

• Drive personal vehicle on assigned route. Merchandisers do not transport any product in personal vehicles, nor to and from any locations.
• Provide excellent customer service to assigned accounts. Develop and maintain positive, cooperative and team-oriented relationships with co-workers, Supervisors, Managers and others you come into contact with throughout your job
• Engage in direct communication with store personnel and Sales teammates to effectively complete account services
• Accurately clock in and out of required timekeeping application, adhering to state labor laws for breaks, etc.
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with those of the Company's Core Values at all times
• Complete all other tasks or projects as assigned

Key Competencies

• Ability to work independently and with a team. Manage multiple tasks and meet productivity deadlines through effective organizational and time management skills
• Excellent oral communication skills
• Ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external customers
• Strong work ethic and self-accountability

People Management

None

Work Environment

This job operates in our accounts, mostly indoors with occasional outdoor work

Physical Demands

• Lift / carry 35 lbs. repetitively and up to 60 lbs.
• Push / pull up to 100 lbs. with the use of manual cart or pallet jack
• Bend / stoop / crouch / squat / use arms / wrists / hands / grasp
• Climb stairs
• Work indoors and outdoors
• Must be able to drive and operate a vehicle for driving positions
• Must be able to operate manual, non-powered equipment

Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days / hours of work vary & may include overtime as necessary. Must be available to work both weekend days.

Travel

Local travel required. Regional Travel may be requested

Required Education and Experience

• Minimum of 18 years of age
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance required for driving positions
• Must own and be able to operate a mobile smart phone device

Preferred Education and Experience

Previous grocery or retail experience

Compensation

• Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and specific location.

Employees are also eligible for 80 hours of vacation every year and 7-8 days of paid holidays throughout the calendar year (depending on location).

Hired applicant may be eligible for incentives / bonuses / annual bonuses .

Classification : Non-Exempt

Reports to : Merchandising Supervisor

Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability / Vets

Benefits

Paid Vacation and Sick Days Holiday Pay Competitive Health Insurance Plans 401(k) with company matching Short-Term Disability and More Benefits may not be available for positions covered under active CBA, seasonal, or part-time.

AAP / EEO Statement

Columbia Distributing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Last updated : 2024-04-06