Sales Support Associate - Merchandiser

Merchandiser IIShape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people – and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As the preeminent wine and spirits distributor, Southern Glazer's isn't just one of Forbes' Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.Southern Glazer's is proud of its well-earned positive reputation, continually achieving accolades for our outstanding workplace culture. We take pride in creating a culture where our people are valued, supported, and provided opportunities for growth and belonging.As a full-time employee, you can choose from a wide-ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.Southern Glazer's offers a competitive compensation package with an hourly pay rate of $23 - $25 / hour. In determining a final offer, the company will evaluate a specific candidate's education, skills, and experience and will make an offer appropriately.By joining Southern Glazer's, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.We anticipate accepting applications up through July 23rd, 2026, or until the position is filled.OverviewThe Merchandiser II is responsible for performing merchandising activities and constructing displays of SGWS products in key retail accounts as requested by Sales Team or retail customers. This role will provide support to Sales Reps by ordering products and may be required to expedite product delivery on an emergency basis.Primary ResponsibilitiesResponsible for building and maintaining merchandising/display materials for all productsPosition merchandise and create a customer-ready selling floorParticipate in ensuring store appearance and merchandise displays are in line with plans, selling history and new receiptsConsults with buyers, marketing, and sellers product positioning and presentation plansResponsible for placing product orders on behalf of the Sales RepResponsible for servicing local stores and refilling existing displays of products to keep company products fully stocked on the shelvesCreate and coordinates the visual presentation of merchandise, including store layout and exhibitsDistribute and install refund offer, neck hangers, shelf-talkers, and price signs on products sold by the CompanyFill cold box and warm shelves at client account with products sold by the CompanyRefill and re-merchandise existing displays of product sold by the CompanyAssemble, install and fill all types of display racksPick up and deliver special orders, mail, and merchandisePerform sales support functions to include the use of current point of sale marketing materials, oversight of the shelf space in the chain territory manager's accounts, consistent communication with the representative regarding changes in buyer preferences and or out of stock inventory concerns/situations encountered during weekend hoursReset alcoholic beverages at the store level (e.g., rearranging products using an authorized plan within an assigned territory/set geographic region)Implement authorized plan/schematic developed by the various chain headquarters, so accuracy in evaluation, application and execution on the information provided are essential skillsIntroduce new products, reinforce established and agreed upon case volume and display activity, and monitor in-store promotion resultsStay abreast of business/market conditions, recognize new opportunities within each account, maintain the necessary territory records and support the sales representative's visibility and market saturation in the accountBuild and develop the trust and confidence of the retailer through knowledge of SGWS policies and procedures coupled with a prompt, courteous resolution of inventory discrepanciesPerform other job-related duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsTwo years of experienceRequires the ability to maintain a valid driver’s license and auto liability insurance by state lawsMust be at least 21 years of agePhysical DemandsPhysical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time may include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or mobile devicePhysical demands with activity or condition may include walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stoopingMay require lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 48lbsThis position is deemed a safety-sensitive position. As such, any person who is given a conditional offer of employment will be required to pass a drug test.EEO StatementSouthern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SGWS complies with all federal, state and local laws concerning consideration of a qualified applicant's arrest and/or criminal conviction records. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.If you have any questions or concerns about whether this posting complies/adheres with local pay transparency requirements, please contact the SGWS talent acquisition team at View email address on click.appcast.io