Merchandiser I Job Listing at RNDC in Portland, OR (Job ID 1092713300)

Description

Want a great workout while getting paid?  Don't get stuck behind a desk!  Love to drive?  Join us on our Medford Oregon Sales & Merchandising Team!

Our Merchandisers play a pivotal role at Republic National Distributing Company. From sales to delivery, the Merchandiser is the final stop in getting beverages into our customer's hands. After the driver delivers the product to the store, the Merchandisers stock, rotate and merchandise our products so they are ready to sell. This position works closely with our sales team to provide exceptional customer service to assigned accounts. The Merchandising role is an entry-level position in the Wine industry which is the cornerstone to multiple career paths in an evolving category of business.  

Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) is a family-owned business with roots extending before Prohibition that has evolved into one of the nation's largest wine and spirits wholesalers. Our success is grounded in our core values of Family, Service, Accountability, Honesty, and Professionalism. We offer a vibrant, inclusive culture and workplace experience for individuals who want a career that makes them feel accomplished and engaged. RNDC values the health and well-being of our associates, inside and outside the office, offering dynamic health and wellness benefits that supply exceptional care and value. RNDC is geared toward growing our footprint and our people. Join our team of energetic professionals who believe in many happy hours and are experts in our craft.

RNDC is looking for charismatic Merchandisers to join our growing Sales team. The Merchandiser promotes the Company's products by servicing assigned accounts. Maintains store standards by creating and arranging floor displays, resetting coolers and stocking shelves. 

• Place price and descriptive signs on backdrop, fixtures, merchandise, on floor.  
• Check quantities of goods on display and in stock and services the account to achieve 100% in stock by manually lifting and placing cases or bottles.  
• Prepare, construct and maintain product displays according to schematics, directions and standards.  
• Provide customer service as required by customer and consumer demand.  
• Operate hand trucks and pallet jacks to move cases from store room to sales floor  
• Have the necessary POS needed for the day on the truck, return unused POS to the warehouse promptly.  
• Maintain all administrative work in a neat and legible fashion. Copy key personnel on market conditions, refused displays and other customer issues.  
• Present promotional activities and suggestions to customers as instructed by the company. Survey the account for merchandising opportunities. Have all current sales support sheets available for opportunities to improve Republic's representation in the store.  
• Consult with store managers, buyers and/or sales representative to determine appropriate placement of displays or products.  
• Submit daily activity report and merchandising reports. Reports competitive activity and pricing as it occurs to immediate supervisor.  
• Write sales orders, on occasion, as needed.  
• Cover open sales territory, as needed and as applicable, due to absence or vacation.  
• Operate motor vehicle to various assigned accounts within an assigned geographic region.  
• This position could require the employee to work some nights, some weekends, and/or some holidays. 

High school diploma or general education degree (GED), preferably one year merchandising experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires a current, valid state driver's license, ability to meet vehicle insurance requirements as defined by the Company and Alcohol Beverage Commission (ABC) License, as required by the state. The employee must regularly lift up to 50 pounds and will occasionally lift up to 100 pounds. We are an Equal Opportunity employer. 

• 401(k) with company matching
• Medical, dental and vision benefits*
• Generous paid time off program – work your way up to 5 weeks of PTO a year with the ability to carryover unused PTO
• Paid volunteer time
• Paid parental leave
• Paid caregiver leave
• Fertility benefits 
• Paid training
• Company paid life insurance, short-term disability, and company-paid holidays
• Associate resource groups, and diversity, equity, and inclusion programs available for all associates

*Participation in these programs is subject to applicable wait periods and all plan and program terms and eligibility

COVID-19 considerations:
We follow CDC Guidelines and have a fun and safe environment for our teams.
 

• Previous experience in the Wine and Spirits industry 
• WSET certifications 

• Drive within assigned route to work product from store back stock or delivery loads; aiding sales reps in stocking, handling beverage cases, and working products the company represents.
• Provide excellent customer service to assigned accounts.
• Develop and maintain positive, cooperative and team-oriented relationships with co-workers, supervisors, managers and others you encounter throughout your job.
• Fill cold boxes and shelves with appropriate merchandise, and rotate product on an ongoing basis.
• Maintain the back-stock area to allow for a safe and efficient work environment.
• Organize back stock to ensure accurate order writing for sales.
• Build displays in stores and maintain POS (point of sale) as necessary.
• Interact in direct communication with store personnel and salespeople.
• Accurately clock in and out, adhering to state labor laws.
• Work with merchandising and sales team members on a continual basis to train, support and evaluate needs.
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with those of the Company's Core Values at all times.

• Valid driver's license, auto insurance, reliable vehicle, and clean DMV record.
• Requires the use of your personal vehicle to drive from account to account. You will be reimbursed for business related driving expenses.
• High School diploma, or equivalent.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Walk, stand, climb, balance, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl daily.
• 18+ years of age.

• Previous grocery or retail experience.
• General knowledge of industry products.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external customers.

RNDC has sold fine wines since the end of Prohibition. Our long history and emphasis in the wine business can be attributed to our family roots; focused on family-owned wineries that share many of the same values and goals.  Our robust portfolio of fine wines spans the world's most prestigious wine-making regions, from Australia, Chile, and the Rhone Valley of France, to Oregon. We believe that the wine business is a people business, and with each wine there is a story, a wine maker and a sales team that delivers on each and every bottle. We are dedicated to providing our customers valuable wine expertise. We are dedicated to delivering best in class service and value to our customers.

Republic National Distributing Company and National Distributing Company are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers. It is our policy not to discriminate against any Employee or Applicant. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. This policy of nondiscrimination in employment includes but is not limited to: recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, employment advertising or solicitations, compensation, layoff or termination of employment.
 

RNDC is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to people with disabilities throughout the job application and interview process, to the point of undue hardship. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please email applicantaccommodation@rndc-usa.com.