Merchandiser, Retail

Merchandiser

Watkins Distributing is a family-owned and operated beverage distribution company that has proudly served the communities of Idaho and Montana for four generations. The Merchandiser is responsible for visiting retail accounts to stock, display, and rotate company products across their assigned route.

Key responsibilities include:

• 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 and abilities include:

• 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 and work environment include:

• 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 include:

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