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Merchandiser - Shoreline/Ballard/U District
full-time•Seattle, Shoreline
About this role
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 the store, a Merchandiser will stock and rotate our products so they are ready to sell. This position works closely with our Delivery, Sales, and retail partners, to provide exceptional customer service.
Primary Responsibilities
- In retail accounts, work product from store back stock and/or delivery loads; handling cases, bottles and cans of beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages for the purpose of sale or storage. This includes filling and rotating product in cold boxes, on dry shelves, and building and maintaining displays with POS (point of sale) as necessary.
- Drive personal vehicle on assigned route. Merchandisers do not transport any product in personal vehicles, nor to and from any locations.
- Provide excellent customer service to assigned accounts. Develop and maintain positive, cooperative and team-oriented relationships with co-workers, Supervisors, Managers and others you come into contact with throughout your job
- Engage in direct communication with store personnel and Sales teammates to effectively complete account services
- Accurately clock in and out of required timekeeping application, adhering to state labor laws for breaks, etc.
- Demonstrate behaviors consistent with those of the Company's Core Values at all times
- Complete all other tasks or projects as assigned
Key Competencies
- Ability to work independently and with a team. Manage multiple tasks and meet productivity deadlines through effective organizational and time management skills
- Excellent oral communication skills
- Ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external customers
- Strong work ethic and self-accountability
People Management
None
Work Environment
This job operates in our accounts, mostly indoors with occasional outdoor work
Physical Demands
- Lift/carry 35 lbs. repetitively and up to 60 lbs.
- Push/pull up to 100 lbs. with the use of manual cart or pallet jack
- Bend/stoop/crouch/squat/ use arms/wrists/hands/grasp
- Climb stairs
- Work indoors and outdoors
- Must be able to drive and operate a vehicle for driving positions
- Must be able to operate manual, non-powered equipment
Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Days/hours of work vary & may include overtime as necessary. Must be available to work both weekend days.
Travel
Local travel required. Regional Travel may be requested
Required Education and Experience
- Minimum of 18 years of age
- Valid driver's license and auto insurance required for driving positions
- Must own and be able to operate a mobile smart phone device
Preferred Education and Experience
- Previous grocery or retail 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: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Merchandising Supervisor
Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets
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What you'll do
- Merchandisers stock and rotate products in retail accounts after delivery, ensuring they are ready for sale. They also provide excellent customer service and maintain positive relationships with co-workers and store personnel.
About Columbia Distributing
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Merchandiser - Shoreline/Ballard/U District do at Columbia Distributing?
As a Merchandiser - Shoreline/Ballard/U District at Columbia Distributing, you will: merchandisers stock and rotate products in retail accounts after delivery, ensuring they are ready for sale. They also provide excellent customer service and maintain positive relationships with co-workers and store personnel..
Is the Merchandiser - Shoreline/Ballard/U District position at Columbia Distributing remote?
The Merchandiser - Shoreline/Ballard/U District position at Columbia Distributing is based in Seattle, Washington, United States and Shoreline, Washington, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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