Merchandising Specialist (Plum Market Div.)

About the role

Great Lakes Wine & Spirits is Michigan's Largest Alcoholic Beverage Wholesaler, servicing all 83 Michigan counties. Founded as a family business nearly 80 years ago, the tradition of good business principles has remained the cornerstone of Great Lakes Wine & Spirits success. The company seeks a Merchandising Specialist for its Plum Market Sales Division to service multiple customer accounts in and around Ann Arbor.

Responsibilities

• Timely stocking and product handling of all GLWAS merchandise shipped to assigned retail accounts stores
• Ensuring effective placement of shelf products and in-store displays
• Assessing the effectiveness of different product displays and display locations
• Demonstrating a professional demeanor by dressing and grooming in a professional manner while keeping vehicle clean, organized with adequate POS and other sales materials
• 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
• Correctly runs workday according to plan
• Maintains and uses reports, forms, and pre-plans
• Communicates on daily basis with Manager

Work Schedule

The Merchandising Specialist is a full-time position with daytime hours varying by schedule Monday through Friday. Frequent Saturday hours may be required based on holidays and business needs.

Work Environment & 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.

Starting Pay & Position

• $18.00 per hour
• $300 Monthly Car Allowance (non-taxed)
• 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

Required Qualifications

• 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
• Cooperates with all management and staff of GLWAS
• Follows all MLCC rules and regulations, as they apply to the position
• Use alcohol in a responsible manner when related to business activities