Small Store Merchandiser Stocker

About the Role

The Merchandiser is responsible for presenting products in a way that will attract the attention of consumers at our customer retail locations. This position services and maintains multiple Convenience Retail, Drug, and Value accounts by merchandising approved products and packages using safe handling techniques and following all quality guidelines. The role involves following plan sets, planograms, and communicating with store management and cross-functional personnel. This route will service customers in the Gastonia, NC area, with mileage reimbursement provided for travel between stores.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Fills, merchandises, and rotates products in cold vaults and on shelves according to procedures and special programs.
• Physically moves products from the sales floor to cold vaults and displays.
• Creates and distributes point-of-sale materials on displays and shelves where permitted.
• Rotates products to ensure freshness and compliance with quality guidelines.
• Fills and merchandises coolers within outlets and displays on the sales floor.
• Organizes and maintains backroom coolers by stacking and arranging products, managing returns of empty shells, damaged, and out-of-date products, and disposing of cardboard and plastic.
• Fosters business relationships with store personnel through follow-ups, proactive pricing, special programs, and discussions about new opportunities and upcoming activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid in-state driver’s license, excellent driving history, and proof of insurance policy with specified coverage.

Skills

• Effective communication skills, including listening, speaking, and writing.
• Prior customer service experience, preferably in a retail setting.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to satisfy the needs of diverse customers.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment, including lifting 50 lbs. repetitively.
• Ability to work reliably and independently with minimal daily supervision.
• Critical thinking skills.

Pay

$194 - $195 daily, plus mileage reimbursement for travel between stores.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 5:30 am - 6:30 am start time until completion of the route.

Benefits

• 401(k) match
• Health coverage
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Dedicated training and personalized mentorship

Work Environment

Work environment will vary, including exposure to weather conditions, coolers, and customer storage areas, some of which may be non-temperature controlled.