Merchandiser Jobs in St Louis, MO

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for organizing, receiving, storing, and distributing all merchandising material in an effective manner. Must have a working knowledge of Breakthru Beverage Missouri, suppliers and on and off-premises merchandising techniques and standards
• Responsible for performing store resets and inventory management. Merchandisers ensure that all merchandising and special selling initiatives meet Breakthru Beverage Missouri’ standards and customer needs. In addition, they are responsible for the set-up of supplier meetings, sales programs, and new product launches
• Execution of merchandising efforts for Brand sponsored special events. Examples of events are Mardi Gras, Clayton Art Fair, St. Louis Jazz Festival, Tour de Fat, St. Louis Hispanic Festival, Breakthru Beverage Missouri Tent Tasting, etc. This may involve working weekends. Most events occur at Breakthru Beverage Missouri but occasionally are at off-site locations (stocking of Sam’s Clubs, tailgating, holiday show)
• Develop productive business relationships with retail partners such as chain store managers, liquor department managers, product receivers, on-premises food and beverage directors, restaurant GM’s, and bartenders
• Following up on store problems and customer concerns promptly and effectively is an essential function. Must develop a standard of knowing the competition and “out servicing” them at every turn
• Responsible for ensuring that communication is proactive and responsive to the needs of other Merchandisers, Sales Associates, immediate Supervisors and Managers.
• Merchandisers are often required to repetitively lift boxes of 20 to 40 lbs. Therefore, they must use good judgment in lifting, twisting, and bending and perform the job in the safest manner possible. They must be in compliance with company standards and state and federal laws (e.g., OSHA, etc.)
• Required to operate company vehicles. They are required to maintain a violation-free driving record and Class E license
• Consistently may operate a manual or electric pallet jack in building sets or stocking merchandise. Good depth perception to judge distance and space relationships is required in this position
• Know, understand, and abide by all Federal and State laws pertaining to alcoholic beverages
• Understand and comply with all State and Federal regulations regarding the sale and promotion of assigned products
• Attend, participate, and complete all company regulatory and required trainings
• May be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned

Essential Characteristics

Education and Experience

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

The above statements are intended to describe general nature of the work performed by the employees assigned to this job. All employees must comply with Company policy and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified may vary within each department and / or location.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.