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Merchandiser - Spanaway/Puyallup/JBLM
#25-799 | Posted 07/30/2025
Multiple Locations
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Working Locations
JBLM, Washington, United States
Puyallup, Washington, United States
Spanaway, Washington, United States
Pay Range
20.00
Job Details
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].
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Merchandiser - Spanaway/Puyallup/JBLM
#25-799 | Posted 07/30/2025
Multiple Locations
Apply
Apply for this job now! Apply
Working Locations
JBLM, Washington, United States
Puyallup, Washington, United States
Spanaway, Washington, United States
Pay Range
20.00
Job Details
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].
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