Route Sales Merchandiser

Since 1992 our mission has been to see premium exquisite teas steaming in the cups of individuals everywhere, and to emphasize a Sip by Sip Rather Than Gulp by Gulp lifestyle. The Republic of Tea offers more than 350 premium teas, herbs, bottled iced teas and nature-inspired sipware. A socially and environmentally responsible organization, The Republic of Tea is a family-owned business dedicated to sharing our prosperity by developing products to support worthy philanthropic organizations as well as provide learning and growth opportunities for our Employees internally, whom we refer to as Ministers. Join our TEAm and enjoy a collaborative work environment, opportunities to grow your professional network, and become part of the tea revolution!

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Republic of Tea is looking for a Route Sales Merchandiser. This role works independently, completing store visits to guarantee merchandising coverage standards and goals of The Republic of Tea are met. In this role, you will maintain a positive brand image by ensuring that each product location in a store is fully stocked and presentable to the consumer, who we refer to as Citizens, and will build strong relationships with store managers to help increase sales for our retail sales outlets, which we call Embassies. The vast concentration of this position is in the Bay area. To cover all areas, being located within a 20 mile radius from San Francisco would be ideal.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow Embassy policies and procedures while expertly advocating for The Republic of Tea by sharing product knowledge and sales opportunities.
• Build effective relationships with store personnel to ensure superior Citizen satisfaction.
• Partner with Sales Representatives/Managers to coordinate delivery on merchandising schedule.
• Cross references Embassy inventory and restock shelves.
• Perform audits such as checking date codes, pricing, promotions and ensuring adherence to planograms.
• Clean, stock, straighten/rotate or assemble shelves/racks and display cases following measurement guidelines.
• Check product dates, rotate products that may be old or slow-moving and remove past-prime items.
• Re-tag shelves in the store, and perform in-store resets and product demonstrations.
• Ensure that promotional materials are kept undamaged.
• Maintain accuracy in reporting and present managers with regular, timely updates.
• Partner with Embassy to place and pack out orders in effort to keep merchandise stocked appropriately.
• Project a professional appearance while being friendly and helpful.
• Maintain satisfactory attendance, to include timeliness.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

• High School Diploma or GED; Bachelors degree preferred.

Experience

• 2 years of relevant experience.

Skills/Abilities & Other Attributes.

• Prior experience with EDI and other ordering platforms.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Possess reliable personal transportation.
• Highly detail oriented in nature, driven to deliver the highest quality service and experience.
• Employ a Growth Mindset.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Grocery retail merchandising experience is highly preferred.
• Available to work weekends and holidays is preferred.
• An associate's or bachelor's degree in marketing would be advantageous.

The Republic of Tea is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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