Merchandiser

Merchandiser Position At Ben E. Keith Company, our legacy is strong—and our future is even stronger. For more than a century, we've been leaders in fine food and premium beverage distribution, known for delivering excellence and building lasting partnerships. Today, our Food Division spans multiple states, and our Beverage Division brings top beverage brands to communities across Texas. But what truly sets us apart is our commitment to people. We invest in our employees, empower growth, and create opportunities to make an impact—because when our people succeed, so do our customers and our business. Since 1906, that's been our promise. The Merchandiser will work primarily in our customers' retail locations to ensure Ben E. Keith products are properly represented and competitively positioned. This position will accomplish this by engaging in effective merchandising activities including: building retail displays, hanging promotional signs, and engaging with consumers and retail personnel to communicate the value of our brands. This position will also be responsible for rotating product and fill all coolers, displays, and hot shelves.

Execute all company goals to enhance the sales, distribution, shelf space, display coverage, tap share and merchandising of all brands carried by Ben E. KeithBuild product displays; execute placement of signage and other merchandising material to ensure maximum brand visibility in all assigned retail accounts; maintain the "Look of the Leader"Remain aware of and execute basic marketing activity as it relates to our sales channels (i.e. ad features, out-of-stocks, retailer policies and concerns) Identify merchandising opportunities at account and make recommendations to customer Regularly replace merchandising material at customer accounts to coincide with marketing programs Ensure maximum visibility of Ben E. Keith products at account (beer shelves, beer caves, displays, etc.) and that products are priced appropriately Organize and refill back stock, coolers, beer shelves and displays Maintain designated back stock area at customer location; ensure area is organized and free of trash Maintain product freshness standards in assigned retail accounts by monitoring and rotating stock regularly Remain aware of all Ben E. Keith product offerings and the individual value they provide Regularly monitor inventory to ensure proper stock levels and rotation Attend daily meetings (morning and/or afternoon) with Area Sales Manager to discuss market opportunities and challenges Communicate all sales and merchandising opportunities or challenges (product placements, out of stocks, out of code), as well as any competitive activity, to Area Sales Manager Project a friendly, professional image at all times Prioritize multiple, competing priorities Attend meetings as required Operate all company equipment safely and in a manner consistent with company policy Ensure company equipment is in safe, working condition; reports any incidents or unsafe conditions immediately to supervisor Maintain and keep clean assigned company vehicle at all times Complete assigned surveys (for example, number of Ben E. Keith retail displays compared to competition) in order to gauge internal results versus competition Perform other duties as assigned

At Ben E. Keith, we value a diverse and inclusive workforce where different perspectives drive better decisions and innovation. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, considering all qualified applicants, including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.