Overview

The Mgr, Merchandising is responsible for daily routing and deployment of merchandising teams to ensure that Southern Glazer s products are available and supported by point-of-sale materials in the accounts. The Merchandising Manager is responsible for the recruitment, training, and development of all Merchandisers.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage the selection, development, motivation, and retention of staff
• Develop the daily routing schedule for teams
• Monitor GPS usage and analyze data as available
• Work in the field to ensure the proper level of service is provided
• Receive, investigate and resolve internal and external customer complaints and requests
• Identify and recommend opportunities for employee development and performance improvement requirements
• Responsible for point of sale facility and equipment
• Ensure OSHA compliance as it relates to equipment and personnel
• Provide brand-specific product education and training tools to enhance the knowledge/performance of staff
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial control processes
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Additional Primary Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Three years of experience in retail management, beverage industry, or similar field
• Must possess a reliable vehicle, a valid drivers license, and the ability to obtain and maintain auto liability insurance by State laws

Physical Demands

• Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time may include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or mobile device
• Physical demands with activity or condition may include walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping
• Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time include driving throughout the day with segments up to 2 hours
• May require lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 56lbs

This position is deemed a safety-sensitive position.  As such, any person who is given a conditional offer of employment will be required to pass a
drug test.

Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.