Merchandiser - Western MA (Corporate Sales)

MerchandiserAre you interested in the wine and spirits industry? The Merchandiser role is a great way to kickstart your sales career in the beverage industry. This position offers plenty of professional development and growth opportunities within the company. You'll learn about our various divisions, portfolios, brands, and sales technology.As a Merchandiser, you'll support our sales and marketing efforts by ensuring our products are visible and attractive in assigned accounts. You'll build creative, eye-catching displays, place Point of Sale and activation materials, engage in brand development initiatives, and keep shelves, counters, cold boxes, and windows well-stocked and maintained. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, likes to think outside the box, and enjoys working collaboratively with sales teams and customers.Key Accountabilities:Make sure shelves, displays, windows, counters, cold boxes, and retail inventories look their best and meet our merchandising standards.Use your creativity to arrange point-of-sale items according to brand standards.Work closely with Sales Representatives to ensure proper inventory levels for shelves, counters, cold boxes, and floor displays.Keep a photographic record of your displays in each accountMonitor and track displays, counters, shelves, and signage by storeCreate compelling merchandising presentations for retailersEstablish and maintain strong relationships with store managersProvide brand and product information to store managers and customers as neededKnowledge/Skills/Abilities:Can communicate clearly, both verbally and in writingExcited to learn about our brands and productsWilling to work flexible hours when neededCapable of working independently and taking initiative.Self-motivated and enthusiastic, ready to contribute to the team's successEducation/Experience/Training:High School Diploma or equivalent is requiredA college degree or equivalent work experience is a plusYou will need a valid Massachusetts driver's license and registrationPhysical Demands and Environment:Regularly lift objects up to 25 pounds and up to 40 pounds occasionallyExpect to be on your feet a lot, either standing or walking throughout the dayRequires a good amount of mental focus to handle complex tasks that need concentrated effort and attention to detailIncludes travel and facing various weather conditions when visiting customers, prospects, or vendorsPotential for accidents due to road travel, including traffic incidents, delivery of goods, or the setup of displays, so staying alert and careful is importantHourly Rate: $20.00-$22.00 per hourSchedule: Monday - Friday, and Saturday work requiredCompany Benefits:Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life InsuranceShort and Long-Term Disability Insurance401K Retirement PlanEarned Time Off (ET0)Earned Sick TimeMonthly Cell Phone ReimbursementCertification Courses provided (Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW)), and (Certified Specialist of Spirits (CSS)).Martignetti Companies prides itself on being a company where you can bring your best self to work every day. We strive to be an employer of choice where everyone feels they belong. We act on our commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion by offering a substantial benefits package that includes generous paid time off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a comprehensive 401K plan, and employee discounts. All are welcome to apply to work for a company that believes its employees are its greatest asset!Martignetti Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, and local laws. We also comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where we have facilities.EEO M/F/D/VNOTE: This job description covers the essentials but isn't exhaustive. Employees may be asked to take on additional tasks or duties to help meet the evolving needs of our organization.