Merchandiser Job Listing at RNDC in Traverse City, MI (Job ID 1238563700)

Description

Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) is a family-owned business with roots extending before Prohibition that has evolved into one of the nation's largest wine and spirits wholesalers. Our success is grounded in our core values of Family, Service, Accountability, Honesty, and Professionalism. We offer a vibrant, inclusive culture and workplace experience for individuals who want a career that makes them feel accomplished and engaged. RNDC values the health and well-being of our associates, inside and outside the office, offering dynamic health and wellness benefits that supply exceptional care and value. RNDC is geared toward growing our footprint and our people. Join our team of energetic professionals who believe in many happy hours and are experts in our craft.

RNDC is looking for charismatic Merchandisers to join our growing Sales team. The Merchandiser promotes the Company's products by servicing assigned accounts. Maintains store standards by creating and arranging floor displays, resetting coolers and stocking shelves. 

• Place price and descriptive signs on backdrop, fixtures, merchandise, on floor.  
• Check quantities of goods on display and in stock and services the account to achieve 100% in stock by manually lifting and placing cases or bottles.  
• Prepare, construct and maintain product displays according to schematics, directions and standards.  
• Provide customer service as required by customer and consumer demand.  
• Operate hand trucks and pallet jacks to move cases from store room to sales floor  
• Have the necessary POS needed for the day on the truck, return unused POS to the warehouse promptly.  
• Maintain all administrative work in a neat and legible fashion. Copy key personnel on market conditions, refused displays and other customer issues.  
• Present promotional activities and suggestions to customers as instructed by the company. Survey the account for merchandising opportunities. Have all current sales support sheets available for opportunities to improve Republic's representation in the store.  
• Consult with store managers, buyers and/or sales representative to determine appropriate placement of displays or products.  
• Submit daily activity report and merchandising reports. Reports competitive activity and pricing as it occurs to immediate supervisor.  
• Write sales orders, on occasion, as needed.  
• Cover open sales territory, as needed and as applicable, due to absence or vacation.  
• Operate motor vehicle to various assigned accounts within an assigned geographic region.  
• This position could require the employee to work some nights, some weekends, and/or some holidays. 

High school diploma or general education degree (GED), preferably one year merchandising experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires a current, valid state driver's license, ability to meet vehicle insurance requirements as defined by the Company and Alcohol Beverage Commission (ABC) License, as required by the state. The employee must regularly lift up to 50 pounds and will occasionally lift up to 100 pounds. We are an Equal Opportunity employer. 

• 401(k) with company matching
• Medical, dental and vision benefits*
• Generous paid time off program – work your way up to 5 weeks of PTO a year with the ability to carryover unused PTO
• Paid volunteer time
• Paid parental leave
• Paid caregiver leave
• Fertility benefits 
• Paid training
• Company paid life insurance, short-term disability, and company-paid holidays
• Associate resource groups, and diversity, equity, and inclusion programs available for all associates

*Participation in these programs is subject to applicable wait periods and all plan and program terms and eligibility

COVID-19 considerations:
We follow CDC Guidelines and have a fun and safe environment for our teams.
 

• Previous experience in the Wine and Spirits industry 
• WSET certifications 

Republic National Distributing Company and National Distributing Company are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers. It is our policy not to discriminate against any Employee or Applicant. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. This policy of nondiscrimination in employment includes but is not limited to: recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, employment advertising or solicitations, compensation, layoff or termination of employment.
 
RNDC is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to people with disabilities throughout the job application and interview process, to the point of undue hardship. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please click here.