Chain Sales Merchandiser - San Francisco Area

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

The Chain Sales Merchandiser is responsible for performing merchandising activities and constructing displays of SGWS products in key retail accounts as requested by Sales Team or retail customers.  This role will provide support to Sales Reps by ordering product and may be required to expedite product delivery on an emergency basis.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for building and maintaining merchandising / display materials for all products
• Position merchandise and create a customer-ready selling floor
• Participate in ensuring store appearance and merchandise displays are in line with plans, selling history and new receipts
• Consults with buyers, marketing and sellers product positioning and presentation plans
• Responsible for placing product orders on behalf of the Sales Rep
• Responsible for servicing local stores and refilling existing displays of products to keep company products fully stocked on the shelves
• Create and coordinates visual presentation of merchandise, including store layout and displays
• Distribute and install refund offer, neck hangers, shelf talkers and price signs on products sold by the Company
• Fill cold box and warm shelves at client account with products sold by the Company
• Refill and re-merchandise existing displays of product sold by the Company
• Assemble, install and fill all types of display racks
• Pick up and deliver special orders, mail and merchandise
• Perform sales support functions to include the use of current point of sale marketing materials, oversight of the shelf space in the chain territory manager's accounts, consistent communication with the representative regarding changes in buyer preferences and or out of stock inventory concerns / situations encountered during weekend hours
• Reset alcoholic beverages at the store level (e.g., rearranging products using an authorized plan within an assigned territory / set geographic region)
• Implement authorized plan / schematic developed by the various chain headquarters, so accuracy in evaluation, application, and execution on the information provided are essential skills
• Introduce new products, reinforce established and agreed upon case volume and display activity, and monitor in-store promotion results
• Stay abreast of business / market conditions, recognize new opportunities within each account, maintain the necessary territory records and support the sales representative's visibility and market saturation in the account
• Build and develop the trust and confidence of the retailer through knowledge of SGWS policies and procedures coupled with prompt, courteous resolution of inventory discrepancies
• Perform other job related duties as assigned

Qualifications - External

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

Company Description

Shaw-Ross is a partner to Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits and imports and represents some of the worlds finest import wines and spirits. Founded in 1968 as a boutique wine and spirit importer representing a handful of brands, Shaw-Ross has grown into one of the nation’s leading importers representing over thirty suppliers from around the world whose brands enjoy full national distribution through a network of outstanding wholesalers. By concentrating on building a balanced portfolio of wine and spirits that cover the spectrum from small boutique gems to powerhouse volume brands, Shaw-Ross is able to offer a wide range of interesting and unique products that are relevant in today’s ever changing environment.

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits is a family owned sales and distribution organization with a renowned history of consistently delivering impeccable service through our more than 20,000 team members, and have operations in 41 states plus the District of Columbia, the Caribbean, and Canada. We offer an array of careers focused on delivering a captivating and rewarding experience. We challenge our colleagues every step of the way and provide them with tools to grow, succeed and accomplish their personal and professional goals. Together, we can deliver the highest quality service to each of our customers and put you on the career path you've been looking for.

Company Description

Shaw-Ross is a partner to Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits and imports and represents some of the worlds finest import wines and spirits. Founded in 1968 as a boutique wine and spirit importer representing a handful of brands, Shaw-Ross has grown into one of the nation’s leading importers representing over thirty suppliers from around the world whose brands enjoy full national distribution through a network of outstanding wholesalers. By concentrating on building a balanced portfolio of wine and spirits that cover the spectrum from small boutique gems to powerhouse volume brands, Shaw-Ross is able to offer a wide range of interesting and unique products that are relevant in today’s ever changing environment.\r\n\r\nSouthern Glazer's Wine and Spirits is a family owned sales and distribution organization with a renowned history of consistently delivering impeccable service through our more than 20,000 team members, and have operations in 41 states plus the District of Columbia, the Caribbean, and Canada. We offer an array of careers focused on delivering a captivating and rewarding experience. We challenge our colleagues every step of the way and provide them with tools to grow, succeed and accomplish their personal and professional goals. Together, we can deliver the highest quality service to each of our customers and put you on the career path you've been looking for.