Merchandiser

Who We Are:
Watkins Distributing is a family-owned and operated beverage distribution company that has proudly served the communities of Idaho and Montana for four generations.

Job Summary:
The Merchandiser is responsible for visiting retail accounts to stock, display, and rotate company products across their assigned route.

Key Responsibilities:

• Stock and merchandise an assortment of beverage products safely and efficiently.
• Replenish shelves, coolers, displays, and backroom inventory with company products.
• Rotate product to preserve freshness and meet expiration date requirements.
• Set up, maintain, and dismantle promotional displays, endcaps, and other merchandising features.
• Place and maintain point-of-sale materials, signage, and promotional decals.
• Safely use manual handling equipment, including hand trucks, to move and stock products.
• Travel between assigned retail locations using a personal vehicle as directed.
• Follow merchandising plans and direction from sales representatives and merchandising supervisors.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Preferred Skills & Abilities:

• Self-directed and able to work independently with minimal oversight.
• Well-organized and detail-oriented with a customer-focused approach.
• Comfortable in a physically active role with frequent movement throughout the day.
• Thrives in a flexible, fast-paced environment outside of a traditional office setting.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and no major violations.
• Reliable personal transportation for use throughout the workday and proof of current auto insurance. Mileage reimbursement is provided.
• Must be able to regularly lift and move beverage cases weighing 20–30 lbs. Duties include frequent bending, squatting, reaching, and standing for extended periods.
• Work is performed independently across multiple retail locations and may include early mornings, weekends, and peak holiday periods as needed.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) matching up to 7%
• Health insurance after 60 days
• Discounts on beverage products