Retail Sales/ Merchandiser Full or Part Time

Merchandiser Part Time NuAlexandria, VA, US, 22311Pay Range: 16.90 - 17.02, depending on experienceRate Frequency: HourlyOur secret ingredient is our teammates.We offer great rewards, competitive pay, career advancement, and growth opportunities.Full time teammates are also eligible for:Paid trainingPaid time off plus paid holidays401(k) with company matching on a dollar-for-dollar basisEmployee stock purchase plan (ESPP)Group health insurance – medical, dental, vision & disabilityBasic and supplemental life insuranceRefresh and grow your career with us!Job OverviewThe merchandiser is responsible for presenting products in a way that will attract the attention of consumers at our customer retail locations. This position services and maintains multiple bulk accounts by merchandising approved products and packages using safe handling techniques and following all quality guidelines. Ability to follow plan sets, planograms and communicate to store management and cross-functional personnel.Duties & ResponsibilitiesFills, merchandises and rotates products on display and the shelf according to procedures and special programsPhysically moves the product from the backroom and places it on displayCreates and distributes point of sale materials on display and shelve where permitted. Rotates product. Fills and merchandises fastlane merchandisers and vendors; checks vendor to ensure proper operationOrganizes and maintains backroom by stacking and arranging product by package and flavor, arranging the return of empty pallets and shells, damaged and out of date products to the branchFosters business relationship with store personnel through routine follow-up on requests, proactive pricing, special programs, new opportunities, and upcoming activities discussionsKnowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesMust have effective communication skills which include listening, speaking, and writingPrior customer service experience preferred in a retail settingMerchandisers must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively to satisfy the needs of a variety of customers with different demands and expectationsWillingness to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment (lifting 50 lbs. repetitively)Able to work reliably and independently with little daily supervisionCritical thinking skillsCompany provided cell phoneMinimum QualificationsValid instate driver's licenseExcellent driving historyProof of insurance policy to verify current coverage of liability and property damage at no less than 50,000 per person/100,000 accident insurance per occurrence/50,000 property damage and 500 or less deductible effective from first day of employmentPreferred QualificationsExcellent driving historyWork EnvironmentThe work environment will vary, including but not limited to exposure to weather conditions, coolers, and customer storage areas which may be non-temperature controlledEqual Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.Nearest major market: Alexandria. Nearest secondary market: Washington DC.