Seasonal Merchandiser

About the role

The Seasonal Merchandiser plays a vital role in supporting sales growth, brand visibility, and customer relationships throughout assigned territories. This position assists with merchandising and inventory management at store level and serves as a key partner to the sales team in delivering exceptional customer service.

The ideal candidate is organized, self-motivated, customer-focused, and excited to work in the wine industry. They enjoy working independently in the field while contributing to the success of a collaborative, locally owned, growth-oriented company.

What you'll do

Merchandising & Brand Execution

• Support operations, drive and sales teams through merchandising products at store level in all grocery chains.
• Assist with new product placements, program execution, and seasonal initiatives set up and take down.
• Support seasonal chain resets as directed at store level.
• Ability to begin work as early as 6am as directed.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with store managers, buyers, and account staff.

• Merchandise wine products in assigned accounts according to company standards.
• Build and maintain displays, shelves, cold boxes, and promotional placements.
• Ensure proper product rotation, pricing, shelf tags, and point-of-sale materials are in place.
• Maintain shelf organization, cleanliness, and overall brand presentation.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate out-of-stock or low-inventory situations.

Inventory & Delivery Support

• Assist with order verification and inventory checks.
• Coordinate with warehouse and delivery teams to resolve product or service issues.
• Ensure accurate and timely product placement following deliveries.
• Deliver product when necessary to support customer needs and company operations.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Complete daily activity reports, route documentation, and account notes.
• Utilize company systems and mobile applications for reporting, communication, and order management.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and all applicable alcoholic beverage regulations

.Qualifications

• Previous experience in sales, merchandising, hospitality, beverage distribution, or a related field preferred.
• Passion for wine and interest in the beverage industry.
• Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage time and priorities.
• Comfortable lifting and moving wine cases on a regular basis.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Proficiency with mobile applications and technology used for reporting and communication.
• Must be at least 25 years of age (For Auto Insurance Coverage Reasons)

Competencies Required

• Safety – maintains quality standards and follows all safety rules
• Technical aptitude – skillful in the use of tools, hardware, software, and equipment
• Detail oriented – identifies defects and ensures compliance with specifications
• Organization – maintains a clean and orderly work area informs supervisor of any defective or faulty equipment or material
• Analysis & problem-solving: ability to work independently with little direction

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move product weighing up to 50+ pounds, including lifting, placing, pushing and pulling
• May require bending, twisting, and kneeling.
• Ability to drive a vehicle for extended periods of time
• Ability to work overtime as needed