What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Merchandiser position at Virginia Eagle Distributing Co.?
Virginia Eagle Distributing Company is seeking a Seasonal Merchandiser to join our dynamic team in Fredericksburg, VA. This position runs from May to September. As a vital part of our sales operation, Merchandisers play a key role in ensuring our products are well-stocked, attractively displayed, and easy for customers to find.
This is a fast-paced, hands-on role perfect for someone who enjoys staying active, working independently, and taking pride in a job well done. Merchandiser is responsible for stocking shelves, rotating inventory, and bringing product from back stock to the sales floor — helping our brands shine and our customers stay happy.
What We’re Looking For in a Merchandiser:
Merchandiser Job Description Highlights
This is a fast-paced, hands-on role perfect for someone who enjoys staying active, working independently, and taking pride in a job well done. Merchandiser is responsible for stocking shelves, rotating inventory, and bringing product from back stock to the sales floor — helping our brands shine and our customers stay happy.
What We’re Looking For in a Merchandiser:
- A motivated self-starter with a strong work ethic
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Comfortable with physical work and lifting
- A team player who enjoys creating clean, well-stocked displays
- Be part of a supportive and energetic team
- Enjoy a role that keeps you moving and engaged
- Make a visible impact every day in stores across the community
Merchandiser Job Description Highlights
- Ensure all VED products are stocked and placed to standard.
- Execute VED Rotation Policy criteria at all accounts completing assigned “Rotation Documentation” forms.
- Immediately inform Sales Rep of product out of stock within assigned accounts.
- Assists the Sales Representative in attaining route sales goals by providing qualified merchandising.
- Execute all account work orders.
- If needed, execute delivery of products as specified on sales tickets.
- Assist route delivery team in ensuring VED Impact Standards are achieved at all assigned accounts.
- Establish and maintain good customer relations by ensuring cooperage/pallets are picked up, shelves are left orderly, and pull ups are made as scheduled, etc.
- Merchandise accounts for routes outside of designated area as needed.
- Must have the ability to safely drive various vehicles.
- Must have a valid Virginia Driver’s License with a safe driving record.
- Must be able to lift and carry, including overhead lifting, 15-40 pounds or more on a repetitive basis during a 10 hour day with frequent bending, stooping, standing, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling and sitting.
- Must be able to push and pull a 2-wheel dolly on a regular basis.
- Must be able to move beverages in and around account. Package beer weighing 15 lbs. to 40 lbs. per case. Occasionally must be able to lift kegs weighing up to 165 lbs.
- Must be able to effectively communicate, utilizing the English language in verbal and written form.
- Must be able to use basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job.