Lead Merchandiser - Minneapolis, MN

Time Type: Full time. Remote Type: On-site.

About the role

As a Lead Merchandiser at Breakthru Beverage, you will creatively showcase our brands through building displays, managing inventory, and product placement. If you are the type to roll up your sleeves and have a desire to progress your career in sales—and have a car to drive to our customers’ locations—then come join our fun, family-based culture.

Responsibilities

• Trains new employees on routes and teaches the fundamentals of merchandising standards
• Assists with scheduling and customer service concerns
• Covers routes when employees are on vacation
• Stocking and rotating shelves, display building, and POS material management are key aspects of daily merchandising in customer accounts to deliver results for stores and suppliers
• Build strong rapport with key account relationships and obtain feedback on merchandising activities; share feedback with appropriate sales team members
• Learn and grow beer, wine, and/or spirit knowledge for brands and our customers
• Lead other merchandisers
• Other duties, as assigned by the jobholder’s supervisor, may also be required

Requirements

• 21 years or older to apply; prefer HS Diploma or equivalent
• Possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation
• Top-shelf customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrate high levels of professionalism and sound judgment
• Able to work occasional weekends
• Able to lift and carry 45-65 pounds

Physical Requirements

• Frequently sit, stand, bend, squat, and reach
• Frequently climb up and down a ladder
• Regularly lift 45-65 lbs
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone

Pay

$22/hr.

Benefits

• Health care benefits
• Life insurance
• Time off benefits
• Participation in the Company’s 401(k) plan