Merchandiser - Chicopee/Worcester (Quality Beverage)

Description

Are you interested in the wine and spirits industry? The Merchandiser role is a great way to kickstart your sales career in the beverage industry. This position offers plenty of professional development and growth opportunities within the company. You'll learn about our various divisions, portfolios, brands, and sales technology.

As a Merchandiser, you'll support our sales and marketing efforts by ensuring our products are visible and attractive in assigned accounts. You'll build creative, eye-catching displays, place Point of Sale and activation materials, engage in brand development initiatives, and keep shelves, counters, cold boxes, and windows well-stocked and maintained. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, likes to think outside the box, and enjoys working collaboratively with sales teams and customers.

Note: This position is seasonal and ends on August 15th, 2025.

Key Accountabilities:

• Maximize the distribution of products sold by Quality Beverage in all applicable customer accounts
• Develop strong professional relationships with all customers at all times
• Build high-impact displays for our portfolio of products in appropriate accounts
• Maintain physical inventory and fill coolers at key retail accounts
• Monitor & communicate competitive activity as it relates to sales & marketing
• Provide support for sales promotions and special events (including nights and weekends)
• Comply with all legal guidelines, safety requirements, and Quality Beverage company standards and policies
• Responsible for assisting in the daily upkeep of the POCM warehouse
• Responsible for daily paperwork and the proper completion of all Company documents
• Work with the sales team and the entire organization to ensure the highest level of customer service.
• Identify opportunities for and place permanent point of connection material such as neon signs, clocks, and other signs in on      and off-premise accounts
• Work with and support sales staff on cooler resets in retail accounts
• Ensure all POCM is properly themed and current
• Monitor and rotate all close-coded products, monitor breakage and damaged packages at retail
• Knowledge and safe operation of various power equipment
• Create and print basic signage for retail accounts
• Completing miscellaneous duties as assigned by supervisor

Requirements

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Can communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing
• Excited to learn about our brands and products
• Willing to work flexible hours when needed
• Capable of working independently and taking initiative.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic, ready to contribute to the team’s success

Education/Experience/Training:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• A college degree or equivalent work experience is a plus
• You will need a valid Massachusetts driver’s license and registration

Physical Demands and Environment:

• Regularly lift objects up to 25 pounds and up to 40 pounds occasionally
• Expect to be on your feet a lot, either standing or walking throughout the day
• Requires a good amount of mental focus to handle complex tasks that need concentrated effort and attention to detail
• Includes travel and facing various weather conditions when visiting customers, prospects, or vendors
• Potential for accidents due to road travel, including traffic incidents, delivery of goods, or the setup of displays, so staying alert and careful is important

Hourly Rate: $18.00 per hour 

Schedule: Monday - Friday, and Saturday work required

Martignetti Companies prides itself on being a company where you can bring your best self to work every day. We strive to be an employer of choice where everyone feels they belong. We act on our commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion by offering a substantial benefits package that includes generous paid time off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a comprehensive 401K plan, and employee discounts. All are welcome to apply to work for a company that believes its employees are its greatest asset!

Martignetti Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, and local laws. We also comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where we have facilities.

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NOTE: This job description covers the essentials but isn’t exhaustive. Employees may be asked to take on additional tasks or duties to help meet the evolving needs of our organization.