Beverage Sales Merchandiser

Merchandiser Position

Come join Pine State Beverage, Maine's leading state-of-the-art beverage distribution company. We are a family-owned company looking to hire capable individuals to grow our talented and dedicated workforce. Pine State features a diverse work environment driven by our team of dedicated and talented employees. We value determination, work ethic, and motivation.

Pine State is currently looking for a Merchandiser who will be responsible for enhancing the appearance of the Pine State Beverage portfolio through innovative POS on the sales floor while upholding customer service levels at accounts throughout their route. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work independently, have a strong work ethic, and a passion and enthusiasm for the beverage industry as a whole.

Compensation:

• Hourly rate of $18.90
• Mileage reimbursement
• Cell phone stipend
• Heath Benefits (Benefit enrollment after 30 days of employment)
• 401k with employer match
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Holiday pay

Territory: The Merchandiser would be traveling to accounts throughout the following areas: Biddeford, Kennebunk, Saco, Wells, and York.

Qualifications:

• Valid Maine driver's license and safe driving record along with reliable transportation.
• Flexibility to work extended hours as needed, including weekends.
• Ability to understand verbal and written instructions.
• Physical ability to lift, carry, and rotate product on a daily basis.
• Time-management skills and ability to work independently.
• Willingness to work within safety and customer service guidelines established at each account.
• Professional appearance.

Physical Requirements:

• Regular and sustained periods of strenuous physical exertion requiring ability to lift, carry and position objects weighing up to 25 pounds using proper body mechanics.
• Continuous walking, standing, bending, and climbing within customer's accounts. (i.e. Supermarkets, Convenience store, etc.)
• Push/pull U-boats of product from the back rooms of stores into aisles or coolers to stock shelves.
• Significant periods of time spent in a vehicle, traveling to accounts within assigned territory.
• Exposure to variety of environmental conditions: weather, temperature, lighting, and noise as determined by driving conditions.