Part-Time Merchandiser (Retail Chain Team)

Great Lakes Wine & Spirits is Michigans Largest Alcoholic Beverage Wholesaler servicing all 83 Michigan counties. Employing over 1000 people with facilities throughout the state We Are Local Everywhere. Founded as a family business nearly 80 years ago the tradition of good business principles has remained the cornerstone of Great Lakes Wine & Spirits success. Honesty hard work fair dealing service and an ongoing commitment to the customers and staff. Great Lakes Wine & Spirits strives to provide an ever-escalating standard of innovation and service to its customers and to responsibly enhance demand for its products.

Great Lakes Wine & Spirits continues to grow as we seek a Part-Time Merchandiser for our Retail Chain Sales Division servicing multiple accounts in Brighton.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• The Merchandiser is responsible for timely stocking and product handling of all GLWAS merchandise shipped to assigned retail accounts stores.
• This position will be working with store level personnel to ensure effective placement of shelf products and in-store displays while assessing the effectiveness of different product displays and display locations.
• The Merchandiser must demonstrate a professional demeanor by dressing and grooming in a professional manner while keeping vehicle clean organized with adequate P.O.S. and other sales materials.
• Other duties include but not limited to:
• Building displays
• Managing GLWAS product conditions within the store
• Working with GLWAS District Managers and Area Managers to address product out of stocks
• Territory Management
• Correctly runs workday according to plan
• Maintains and uses reports forms and pre-plans
• Communicates on daily basis with Manager

Work Schedule

This is a part-time position working up to 29 hours per week with daytime hours varying by schedule Monday through Friday. Evening and weekend hours may be required based on holiday schedules and business needs.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

This position operates in the field with daily travel driving in all weather conditions. Physical demands require to frequently stand walk bend kneel crouch stoop and climb throughout the day while lifting stacking moving and rotating items without handles that weigh up to 50 pounds. Pushing and pulling carts with up to 100 pounds of force and operating warehouse equipment may be required.

Pay & Benefits

• $18.00 per hour
• Eligible for 401K enrollment upon date of hire

Required Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 years
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Basic competency with basic iOS devices
• 2 years sales experience preferred

Additional Requirements

• Adhere to the policies and procedures outlined in the employee policy manual and any applicable contracts signed agreements and work rules.
• Cooperates with all management and staff of GLWAS.
• Follows all MLCC rules and regulations as they apply to the position.
• Use alcohol in a responsible manner when related to business activities.

Important Notes

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
• Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• A valid drivers license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) is required for this position.
• All applicants will be subject to a driving record check as part of the interview process. Failure to maintain a satisfactory driving record may result in withdrawal of the employment offer or disciplinary action up to and including termination if employed.
• By submitting an application you consent to the companys screening of your driving record.
• All offers of employment are conditional based upon completed satisfactory of pre-employment screenings, including a background check on a criminal record, physical evaluation, agility/ lift test, and drug screen. Full disclosure is required before a criminal history is investigated and will not constitute an automatic bar of employment. Factors such as the date of offense, seriousness, and nature of the violation, rehabilitation, and the position applied for will be taken into account.