Chain Beer Sales Merchandiser at TJ Sheehan Distributing

At T.J. Sheehan Distributing, we believe in doing right by our employees, suppliers, customers, and communities. We believe hard work delivers results. And we believe these values are why our network of distributors, the Sheehan Family Companies, has been in business for over 125 years. Here you’ll work with a team that’s rooting for you to succeed and empowering you to reach your full potential. We’re looking for hardworking, motivated, and good-humored individuals to join our close-knit team and help us grow our business.

Our Merchandisers play a very important role at TJ Sheehan. After the beer is sold and delivered to our customer accounts, our Merchandisers stock, rotate, and properly display our products in the accounts- ensuring the end consumer can easily shop and enjoy our products. Working as a Merchandiser at TJ Sheehan you can expect to work hard in an independent setting and be held accountable for achieving your goals. Successful team members in this role will develop the skills, knowledge and experience necessary to become a Sales Representative. 

*This position covers the Erie & Niagara County*

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What you'll be doing:

• Servicing 
• Ensure proper levels of beer products are stocked, maintained and displayed at chain retailer and other beer outlets
• Ensure that all product in the trade is rotated and code policy is followed
• Ensure that all products are properly displayed according to Company standards
• Install and maintain permanent and paper Point of Sale material
• Organize and execute floor displays and placement of window neons and banners at all accounts
• Organize and execute cooler resets according to Company standards
• Maintain a regular schedule of weekly appointments with accounts in assigned area of Buffalo, NY market
• Develop and maintain effective customer relations
• Other duties as assigned

What you will need to succeed:

• High School Diploma 
• Valid and clean driver's license with active auto insurance, and reliable transportation
• Previous merchandising experience preferred, but not required
• Ability to meet physical demands of the position
• Strong attention to detail including organizational and time management skills
• Customer-focused mindset and superior customer service skills
• Previous skills and experience in sales forecasting
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Ability and willingness to work independently

Why join us?

• Competitive hourly pay, $17-18 per hour
• Phone & auto stipend
• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance - $0 in-network deductible, better-than-average premium contribution
• Paid time off
• 401k Savings Plan with company match
• Growth & development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program with Work-Life Services
• Employee Wellbeing Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Discounted Pet Insurance
• Personal technology and cell phone plan discounts
• Supplemental Plans available: Disability, Life Insurance, Legal & Identity Protection

Our employment package provides a top shelf combination that’s difficult to find elsewhere, including competitive pay, platinum-level health insurance, tuition reimbursement, a matched 401K, and so much more.

The Sheehan Family Companies are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe in an inclusive culture that provides mutual respect with salary advancement based on merit and individual performance.  Sheehan Family Companies is committed to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against any protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical​​​ condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or ​expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

*In applying for this job and providing your phone  number, you are authorizing the Sheehan Family Companies to contact you via text message for recruiting purposes. You may opt out of text messaging at any time.

TJ Sheehan is a proud Anheuser-Busch distributor offering an unmatched product portfolio of domestic, import and craft beers, ciders, artisanal wines, spirits, non-alcoholic beverages and more to our customers across Central and Western New York. 

Education

• High School or better

• Bachelors or better

Licenses & Certifications

• Driver's License

Behaviors

• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject

Motivations

• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks