Primary Responsibilities Accomplish sales and distribution goals by executing the monthly, quarterly and annual business objectives and company initiatives Manage inventory expenses in accordance with company policy Admi…
Our Merchandisers play a pivotal role at Columbia Distributing. Over the course of distribution, Merchandising is the final stop in getting beverages into our customer's hands. After the Delivery team delivers product to…
Skills: Merchandising, Inventory Rotation, Customer Service, Time Management, Oral Communication
Summary Sales Representatives are essential to Columbia Distributing's success. Each rep is responsible for advancing and securing beverage sales in the market, performs functions to secure new business accounts and faci…
Skills: Territory Planning, Merchandising, Account Management, Sales Strategy, Microsoft Office
Merchandiser - Port Townsend/Port Hadlock-Irondale
Jefferson County, Washington, United States · On-site
Entry level
Our Merchandisers play a pivotal role at Columbia Distributing. Over the course of distribution, Merchandising is the final stop in getting beverages into our customer's hands. After the Delivery team delivers product to…
Skills: Merchandising, Customer Service, Inventory Rotation, Time Management, Oral Communication
Our Merchandisers play a pivotal role at Columbia Distributing. Over the course of distribution, Merchandising is the final stop in getting beverages into our customer's hands. After the Delivery team delivers product to…
Skills: Merchandising, Inventory Rotation, Customer Service, Time Management, Oral Communication
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Full-time
high school, bachelor degree
Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Basic Life Insurance, 401k Plan, Vacation
Posted 44d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Manage sales and distribution goals by executing business objectives and maintaining Red Bull Perfect Store Standards across assigned accounts. Supervise and train Red Bull Sales Representatives while managing inventory and retail promotions.
Requirements
Requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and 2-3 years of sales experience. A bachelor's degree and supervisory experience are preferred.
Full job description
Primary Responsibilities
Accomplish sales and distribution goals by executing the monthly, quarterly and annual business objectives and company initiatives
Manage inventory expenses in accordance with company policy
Administer, educate and train employees to ensure the execution of company goals and priorities
Maintain a high level of industry knowledge: Red Bull, beer, non-alcohol, food journals, trends, market share, etc.
Maintain positive, cooperative, and team-oriented relationships with those you interact with while working
Submit all required reporting, preplans, trackers, surveys, in-market surveys (MVPs), expense report, mileage log, etc.
Monitor competitive activity and communicate strategies
Interact respectfully and maintain dialog with inter-company departments, suppliers, and customers
Create reset opportunities and develop retail promotions appropriate to customer base
Effectively sell, rotate and merchandise the Columbia Distributing portfolio in all assigned accounts
Ensure Red Bull Perfect Store Standards are followed and implemented in all accounts
Have a thorough knowledge of all decision makers in each account
Conduct promotions in assigned accounts monthly as required
Sell required product/brand features each week (i.e. "Promotional Monthly deals")
Minimum visibility in assigned accounts needs to be equal to competition
Adhere to all state liquor laws and regulations
Recruit, train, supervise and evaluate department staff
Complete all other tasks or projects as assigned
Demonstrate behaviors consistent with those of the Company's Core Values at all times
Key Competencies
Active listening skills/listening for intention
Dealing with difficult personalities/conflict resolution
Goal orientation
Negotiation tactics
Organization, time management, and preparedness skills
Pride in work/ownership
Problem solving/creativity
Portfolio management
MS Office Suite
Assessing performance
General knowledge of industry products
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Effective organizational and time management skills
Ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external customers
Ability to draft and deliver sales presentations
Familiarity with trade math and equipment
People Management
Manages Red Bull Sales Reps.
Work Environment
This job operates in our accounts, mostly indoors with occasional outdoor work.
This is a full-time position, days/hours of work vary, and may include weekends.
Travel
Local travel only.
Required Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED
Valid driver's license and auto insurance required
Minimum of 18 years of age
Minimum 2-3 years previous sales experience preferably
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
Preferred Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree
Minimum two (2) years supervisory experience or comparable experience
Compensation
Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and specific location.
Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan. Employees are also eligible for 80 hours of vacation every year and 7-8 days of paid holidays throughout the calendar year (depending on location).
Hired applicant may be eligible for incentives/ bonuses/ annual bonuses.
Classification: Outside Sales Exempt Reports to: Red Bull Sales Manager
Columbia Distributing is one of the nation’s finest beer, cider, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverage distributors since 1935. With our primary hubs are located in Kent, WA and Canby, OR, we distribute some of the best known brands in the beverage business. Today Columbia Distributing employs nearly 3,000 people and covers more than 135,000 square miles across Oregon and Washington.
We were named “2015 Beer Wholesaler of the Year” by the leading beverage business trends magazine Market Watch. Columbia Distributing has also been named the winner of Beverage Wholesaler Magazine’s "Best Workforce Development Award" for 2025.
Our success is based on the deep-rooted tradition of delivering quality products, timely service and a genuine concern for customers’ needs. This is achieved by providing ongoing, sustainable opportunities and growth for our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders and communities. This national recognition is a powerful reflection of the effort we’re putting into developing our people, investing in leadership growth, and building a culture of continuous improvement. It’s also validation that what we’re doing internally is being noticed and celebrated across our industry.
For more information on Columbia Distributing and career opportunities, please visit www.coldist.com.
Offices: 27200 SW Parkway Ave, Wilsonville, Oregon 97070, US · 20301 59th Pl S, Kent, Washington 98032, US · 2525 SE 1st Ave, Canby, OR 97013, US · Kent, US
Columbia Distributing is one of the nation’s finest beer, cider, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverage distributors since 1935. With our primary hubs are located in Kent, WA and Canby, OR, we distribute some of the best known brands in the beverage business. Today Columbia Distributing employs nearly 3,000 people and covers more than 135,000 square miles across Oregon and Washington.
We were named “2015 Beer Wholesaler of the Year” by the leading beverage business trends magazine Market Watch. Columbia Distributing has also been named the winner of Beverage Wholesaler Magazine’s "Best Workforce Development Award" for 2025.
Our success is based on the deep-rooted tradition of delivering quality products, timely service and a genuine concern for customers’ needs. This is achieved by providing ongoing, sustainable opportunities and growth for our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders and communities. This national recognition is a powerful reflection of the effort we’re putting into developing our people, investing in leadership growth, and building a culture of continuous improvement. It’s also validation that what we’re doing internally is being noticed and celebrated across our industry.
For more information on Columbia Distributing and career opportunities, please visit www.coldist.com.
Offices: 27200 SW Parkway Ave, Wilsonville, Oregon 97070, US · 20301 59th Pl S, Kent, Washington 98032, US · 2525 SE 1st Ave, Canby, OR 97013, US · Kent, US