Merchandiser

M.S. Walker has an immediate opening for a full-time Merchandiser to call on retail accounts in the Central, South/Southwestern Areas in New Hampshire. This is a great opportunity for someone who has retail and/or merchandising experience and enjoys being on the move. If you have the desire to learn more about the wine and spirits industry while supporting the sales team, this may be the position for you!

Key Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):

• Regularly travel to meet with list of accounts in territory to determine possible and/or scheduled merchandising needs
• Places proper point of sale materials on merchandise items in-store
• Originates display ideas or follows suggestions or schedule of Merchandising Manager
• Constructs or assembles prefabricated display properties from wood, fabric, glass, paper, and plastic
• Report to management regarding inventory levels, marketing and sales trends, and customer feedback
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities in order to be successful in this role:

• Candidate must live within assigned territory as there will be frequent travel required
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Ability to lift and move product of up to 45lbs
• Knowledge of wine, merchandising standards, and retail operations
• Outgoing and motivated self-starter with strong communication skills
• Customer Service oriented

Functions necessary to complete the above listed requirements of job description

Stand: Continuously

Bend/Squat: Frequently

Climb: Frequently

Computation Skills: Occasionally

Lift/Carry 0-55 lbs.: Continuously

Push/Pull: Frequently

Reach Overhead: Frequently

Sit: Occasionally

Use of Computer: Occasionally

Verbal Communication: Occasionally

Walk: Frequently

Occasionally = 0-2 Hours Daily

Frequently = 3-5 Hours Daily

Continuously = 6-10 Hours Daily

Benefits

We offer a Comprehensive Benefits Plan that includes the following:

• Medical & Dental Insurance
• Vision Coverage
• Paid-Time-Off Program
• Fidelity Investments 401k
• Disability, Life, Accident & Illness Insurance Packages
• Discounted Fitness Memberships
• Free & Discounted Work/Life Resources
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• On-Demand Professional & Leadership Development Through M.S. Walker University

Who we are:

Founded in Boston in 1933, M.S. Walker is a 5th-generation, family-owned wine and spirits importer and distributor, a spirits bottler, and a national supplier. We serve On-Premise and Off-Premise establishments throughout the Northeast, with direct operations in Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey and Rhode Island and brokerage operations in Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont. We represent a budding portfolio of wine and spirits nationwide, including our own brands, and we strive to offer the most prestigious portfolio in the industry. M.S. Walker has built our foundation and future on our people – our employees are truly our greatest asset. Our company boasts a diverse pool of exceptionally special team members who each bring their unique skills and experience to the organization.

Mission Statement:

Since 1933, our mission has been firmly rooted in our core values of family, integrity, respect, honesty, and hard work. We are deeply committed to upholding these principles for our team members, customers and suppliers alike. We seek to build and maintain long-lasting relationships based on trust and reliability. By honoring our heritage and embracing innovation, we aim to continuously improve and adapt to meet the evolving needs of our industry, while responsibly contributing to the communities we serve. Together, we strive to elevate the spirit of hospitality and foster a vibrant and respectful culture in all facets of the organization and beyond.