Sales Merchandiser - Central MA

Job Title: Sales Merchandiser - Central MA

Reports To: ASM / Area Sales Manager

FLSA Status: Hourly, Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Starting Pay: $21.50/hour for Central MA Territory

Pay Range: $21.50/hour - $24.00/hour

Location: Worcester, MA

Schedule: Monday through Friday 7:00am - 4:00pm; Saturday mornings on rotation 8:00am - 12:00pm

Objective:
The Sales Merchandiser plays a critical role in representing our craft beer portfolio in retail accounts. This position is responsible for ensuring that products are properly stocked, rotated, and merchandised to maximize visibility and sales. The Sales Merchandiser works closely with the Sales Team and fellow Sales Merchandisers to execute on-shelf strategies, maintain planogram compliance, and support retail partners with exceptional service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Put away beer orders at retail accounts accurately and efficiently
• Rotate stock to ensure freshness and proper inventory management
• Set up displays, signage, and promotional materials in compliance with brand standards
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate out-of-stock or low-stock situations to the ASM
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe product displays
• Assist with merchandising audits and reporting as requested by the ASM
• Build and maintain strong relationships with retail staff to support brand presence
• Adhere to all safety regulations and company policies while performing duties

Qualifications and Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or similar, preferred
• Certified Cicerone, preferred
• Valid driver’s license, access to insured vehicle
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Flexibility to work varying schedules, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 55 lbs, and occasionally lift 30 lbs overhead

• Heavy-duty physical role requiring frequent lifting, bending, reaching, and twisting

• Work performed in varying temperature conditions, including refrigerated storage areas and outdoor environments while traveling between accounts

• Ability to stand and remain active for the duration of an 8-hour shift, aside from scheduled breaks

Core Competencies:

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Time management and organizational skills
• Customer service orientation
• Product knowledge and brand representation
• Teamwork and collaboration

EEO Statement:

• Craft Massachusetts, a division within Sheehan Family Companies, is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or veteran status.