Merchandiser
Kozol Bros. Inc.
Joliet, IL, USA
30+ days ago
Full-time Onsite
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Merchandisers support the sales effort in the on and off premise locations by making sure fresh product is on the retailers’ shelves, properly stocked and faced, and that it’s competitively merchandised inside and outside each account with permanent and temporary point-of-sale. Merchandisers are responsible for making sure all KBI products are presented in the best possible way to increase sales over competitive products.


Responsibilities:

Operate KBI vehicle for transportation to/from accounts

Be accountable to properly complete every aspect of the Merchandising job

Understand and comply with merchandising performance standards, including display building, product rotation (first in, first out), time spent in accounts, installation of point-of-sale, etc.

Call on all assigned accounts by maintaining set schedule set by Manager

Maintain daily itinerary of calls, complete all internal control forms, and turn forms into Sales Director

Understand and promote proper shelf space management and work with the Off Premise Sales Manager to achieve it in each assigned account

Monitor and report on competitive activity to your direct supervisor

Communicate with fellow employees concerning service problems, out of stocks, lost shelf space, general information, etc.

Maintain and submit accurate monthly gasoline usage reports

Maintain, be responsible for, and keep in working order all company issued equipment

Know, understand, and adhere to all KBI policies and procedures to help maintain the positive image of KBI in the trade

Working knowledge of all laws that govern our industry and business

Communicates to the District/Channel Manager all pertinent information and changes affecting assigned accounts

Assist in training new employees

Assist others and perform other’s tasks as appropriate and/or assigned

Completes any other job assignment delegated by the District/Channel Manager


Qualifications:

Must be 21 years of age and possess valid driver’s license with reliable transportation

Comfortable performing a physical job with the ability to lift at least 25lbs

Ability to understand complex verbal and written instructions

Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to follow up on details

Strong, self-motivated team player with a competitive drive to work hard and WIN

Full-time (Monday-Friday)
Start time: 7:30AM | End time: 3:30PM *May vary based on volume of sales/holidays/resets/etc.
Salary/Rate: $36,400 ($700/week) 

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life Insurance, AD&D insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital, and Accidental Insurance. 401k matched.

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