Merchandiser, Retail

Requisition : 257696

Locations: OAK RIDGE, ROCKWOOD, HARRIMAN, KINGSTON, OLIVER SPRINGS, WARTBURG, CLINTON, TN

Pay Range: $181.44 DAY RATE

Schedule: (Open Field)

The Merchandiser is responsible for presenting products in a way that will attract the attention of consumers at our customer retail locations. This position services and maintains multiple bulk accounts by merchandising approved products and packages using safe handling techniques and following all quality guidelines. The role requires following plan sets, planograms and communicating with store management and cross-functional personnel.

• Fills, merchandises, and rotates products on display and the shelf according to procedures and special programs.
• Physically moves the product from the backroom and places it on display.
• Creates and distributes point of sale materials on display and shelf where permitted; rotates product and fills and merchandises Fastlane merchandisers and vendors; checks vendor to ensure proper operation.
• Organizes and maintains back room by stacking and arranging product by package and flavor, and arranging the return of empty pallets and shells, damaged and out‑of‑date product to the branch.
• Fosters business relationship with store personnel through routine follow-up on requests, proactive pricing, special programs, new opportunities, and upcoming activities discussions.

• Effective communication skills which include listening, speaking, and writing.
• Prior customer service experience preferred in a retail setting.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively to satisfy the needs of a variety of customers.
• Willingness to work in a fast‑paced, physically demanding environment (lifting 50 lbs. repetitively).
• Ability to work reliably and independently with little daily supervision.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Company provided cell phone.

• Valid in‑state driver’s license.
• Excellent driving history.
• Proof of insurance policy to verify current coverage of liability and property damage at no less than $50,000 per person / $100,000 per accident / $50,000 property damage and 500 or less deductible effective from first day of employment.

• Excellent driving history.

The work environment will vary, including exposure to weather conditions, coolers, and customer storage areas that may be non-temperature-controlled.

Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.