Merchandiser, Sales

Job Details

• Job Location:
  
  Southern Tier - Olean, NY 14760
• Position Type:
  Full Time
• Education Level: High school Diploma/GED
• Salary Range: $18.00 - $21.00 Hourly
• Job Shift: Day

$1/hour additional incentive for hours worked May–September, up to $800 extra cash opportunity!

Wright Beverage Distributing is looking for a Merchandiser to join our team. You will receive training and development with the opportunity to grow. Wright Beverage provides an excellent benefits package for employees and their families with best-in-class health insurance. This is a great place to start if you enjoy being on the move, working with people, and want a real path into sales.

Many of our Sales Reps began their careers as Merchandisers. On average, team members move into a Swing Rep or Sales Rep role within about a year. This role is hands‑on, fast‑paced, and a great way to learn the business from the ground up while building trust with customers and learning our brands.

We provide training, support, and development from day one, plus a strong benefits package for you and your family. This isn’t just a job. It’s a kickoff to a career at Wright Beverage.

Merchandisers are the heartbeat of how our products show up in stores. You help make sure our brands look great, are fully stocked, and are easy for customers to find. You also work closely with Sales Reps and store teams to spot opportunities and solve problems.

• Fill coolers, shelves, and displays with Wright Beverage products.
• Build and maintain displays that catch attention.
• Organize backroom inventory and rotate product.
• Check dates and remove close‑dated or out‑of‑code product.
• Use point‑of‑sale materials and signage as directed.
• Follow Wright Beverage merchandising and quality standards.
• Communicate with Sales Reps and supervisors about store needs, issues, or opportunities.
• Check in and out with account contacts at each stop.
• Manage route priorities with guidance from your Sales Rep or Supervisor.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have weekend availability.
• Some holidays will be required.
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Comfort working independently and interacting with store teams.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and be on your feet throughout the day.
• Valid NYS driver’s license with reliable transportation.
• Merchandising experience is a plus, but not required. We will train the right person.

• This role works across our Wright Beverage territories and retail accounts.
• You’ll spend time driving, working in stores, and handling product.
• You’ll be exposed to all weather conditions.

• We believe in promoting from within.
• You’ll gain real experience that leads to sales opportunities.
• You’ll work with well‑known brands and a supportive team.
• Strong benefits for you and your family.
• Growth, stability, and a company that invests in its people.

• 401(k) with company match.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Flexible spending account.
• Paid time off.
• Parental leave.
• Critical care illness plan.

This job description is general in nature but serves as a guide to your job responsibilities. It should be understood that management reserves the right to periodically add, modify, change, or delete these job responsibilities. It should also be understood and acknowledged that these job responsibilities are not to be construed as creating any type of employment contract or guarantee of employment or other employment benefit between the employee and Wright Beverage Distributing.