Merchandising Specialist (Livonia)

About the role

Great Lakes Wine & Spirits, Michigan's largest alcoholic beverage wholesaler, seeks a Merchandising Specialist for our Retail Sales Division to service multiple customer accounts in Livonia and the surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

• Timely stocking and product handling of all GLWAS merchandise shipped to assigned retail accounts stores
• Working with store-level personnel to ensure effective placement of shelf products and in-store displays
• Assessing the effectiveness of different product displays and display locations
• Building displays
• Managing GLWAS product conditions within the store
• Working with GLWAS District Managers and Area Managers to address product out of stocks
• Territory management and correctly running Workday according to plan
• Maintaining and using reports, forms, and pre-plans
• Communicating on a daily basis with Manager
• Keeping vehicle clean, organized with adequate point-of-sale and other sales materials
• Dressing and grooming in a professional manner

Requirements

• Minimum 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED (bachelor's degree preferred)
• Basic competency with basic iOS devices
• 2 years sales experience (preferred)

Additional Requirements

• Adhere to the policies and procedures outlined in the employee policy manual and any applicable contracts, signed agreements, and work rules
• Cooperate with all management and staff of GLWAS
• Follow all MLCC rules and regulations, as they apply to the position
• Use alcohol in a responsible manner when related to business activities
• Valid driver's license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)

Work Schedule

Full-time position with daytime hours varying by schedule Monday through Friday. Evening and weekend hours may be required as schedule demands.

Physical Demands

This position operates in the field with daily travel, driving in all weather conditions. Physical demands require frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, stooping, and climbing throughout the day while lifting, stacking, moving, and rotating items without handles that weigh up to 50 pounds. Pushing and pulling carts with up to 100 pounds of force and operating warehouse equipment may be needed.

Pay

• Starting pay: $18.00 per hour
• $300 monthly car allowance (non-taxed)

Benefits

• Vacation and personal time
• 6 paid holidays
• Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision
• Life insurance, disability, employee assistance programs, and group legal coverage
• Buy-up life insurance and disability coverage available
• Eligible for 401K enrollment upon date of hire