Who We Are:Watkins Distributing is a family-owned and operated beverage distribution company that has proudly served the communities of Idaho and Montana for four generations.
Job Summary:The Merchandiser is responsible for visiting retail accounts to stock, display, and rotate company products across their assigned route.
Key Responsibilities:
- Stock and merchandise an assortment of beverage products safely and efficiently.
- Replenish shelves, coolers, displays, and backroom inventory with company products.
- Rotate product to preserve freshness and meet expiration date requirements.
- Set up, maintain, and dismantle promotional displays, endcaps, and other merchandising features.
- Place and maintain point-of-sale materials, signage, and promotional decals.
- Safely use manual handling equipment, including hand trucks, to move and stock products.
- Travel between assigned retail locations using a personal vehicle as directed.
- Follow merchandising plans and direction from sales representatives and merchandising supervisors.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Preferred Skills & Abilities:
- Self-directed and able to work independently with minimal oversight.
- Well-organized and detail-oriented with a customer-focused approach.
- Comfortable in a physically active role with frequent movement throughout the day.
- Thrives in a flexible, fast-paced environment outside of a traditional office setting.
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and no major violations.
- Reliable personal transportation for use throughout the workday and proof of current auto insurance. Mileage reimbursement is provided.
- Must be able to regularly lift and move beverage cases weighing 20–30 lbs. Duties include frequent bending, squatting, reaching, and standing for extended periods.
- Work is performed independently across multiple retail locations and may include early mornings, weekends, and peak holiday periods as needed.
Benefits:
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) matching up to 7%
- Health insurance after 60 days
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