Merchandiser

Job DetailsJob Location: IA Des Moines - Des Moines, IA 50316Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High School Diploma / GEDSalary Range: $19.00 - $19.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: Road WarriorJob Shift: 1st shift Job Title: Merchandiser Reports To: Team Leader Status: Full Time, Non-Exempt Direct Reports: None Department: Sales Location: Des Moines Schedule: Typically 7am-3pm, Wednesday-Sunday. 40 hours per week. Overtime may be required when sales volume dictates Position Description: The Merchandiser is responsible for stocking shelves and rotating products in designated grocery and super store center.  In addition, this position is responsible for the performance of all duties within the objectives, standards, mission, and policies of Doll Distributing LLC, State of Iowa laws and regulations governing the beer industry, and brewery/supplier requirements Essential Functions: Stock shelves, displays, and coolers with products daily primarily at grocery stores and super store centers in accordance with company and brewery merchandising standards Manage incoming product at stores by emptying trucks and pallets and placing product in back stock or shelves Organize product using proper rotation standards for freshness and quality, face product on shelves  Condense and organize back stock and backrooms at customer locations to ensure cleanliness at all times Prepare damaged and outdated product for pickup and return Place proper point-of-sale materials on mail shelf, displays, and coolers Exhibit strong commitment to the service needs of the external customer Represent the company in a professional and courteous manner Compliance with all company safety guidelines Other duties as assigned Non Essential Functions: Build, set, or move product displays at customer locations  Assist sales reps with various tasks as needed  QualificationsEssential Skills and Knowledge: Meet or exceed minimum productivity standards established by Doll Distributing LLC Effectively plan and organize work activities independent of direct supervision Demonstrate a commitment to learning and understanding product portfolios Demonstrate strong communication, customer relations, time management, and problem resolution skills Working knowledge of Excel and Outlook and either entry-level (or ability to learn) Mobility Able to work with a diverse group of people and customers Qualifications: Must be 19 years of age High school diploma or GED Valid driver’s license Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and information Ability to work within multiple locations within assigned territory Provide own transportation to and from multiple work site locations Must have insured personal vehicle for transportation between accounts and provide the company with updated insurance as it renews Working Conditions: Temperature/Climate  This position will spend 90% of the shift in a climate-controlled environment and 10% of the shift in an outdoor environment Safety Considerations   This position drive personal vehicle to customer locations in various weather conditions Physical/Mental Organizational Capabilities The individual in this role must possess the ability to walk, stand, sit, bend, and climb stairs on a frequent basis.  Must have the ability to safely lift a minimum of 24 lbs. without assistance, waist level, waist to should level, shoulder level to overhead.  Must have ability to push/pull/lift a maximum of 165 lbs. with appropriate equipment.  Requires significant demands on these physical requirements through entire work shift with tasks performed in all weather conditions.  The ability to pay attention to detail, problem solve, troubleshoot, and make decisions is required.