What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shelf Set/Special Events Coordinator position at West Side Beer Distributing?
West Side Beer Distributing is seeking to fill an open full time Shelf Set/Special Events Coordinator in Kalamazoo.
> This position is first shift and requires availability to work weekends.
> Weekly car allowance and gas card.
> Pay rate is $18.75
> West Side Beer also offers competitive benefits like medical, dental, vision and life insurance, 401k match and more!
> Valid Driver's license and reliable transportation (with appropriate insurance coverage) are required.
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for all shelf set/space management objectives established by the company, suppliers and retailers. Duties include the planning/development and implementation of customized schematics for designated accounts, electronic tracking of all assigned shelf sets and reporting. Additional duties consist of setup, attend and teardown of special events as scheduled. Assist in the process of pulling trailers, hanging signage, handling equipment and ensure mobile bars are pouring product according to company standards. Responsible for adhering to all company policies, standard operating procedures, MLCC guidelines and supplier agreements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Maintain positive customer relations, through Shelf Set and Special Events.
- Recommend products to customers, based on customers' needs and interests.
- Implement, monitor and track all space management activity.
- Know and understand our product portfolio and why specific brands/packages need space/position provided vs. competitive brands.
- Reset shelf tags, merchandising elements, cooler sticks and pricing as needed during the reset process.
- Maintain current and accurate pricing according to company, supplier and chain account guidelines.
- Monitor market conditions, product innovations, and competitors' products, prices, and sales.
- Check inventory levels and rotation, and monitor product quality according to company and supplier standards.
- Negotiate with retail merchants to improve product exposure, such as shelf positioning.
- Know and understand all competitive pricing.
- Assist Events with selection of brands and packages at events.
- Check product for events out and into warehouse before and after event.
- Pulling of Trailers between warehouse and event locations.
- Collect Event license and check dates before providing access to product and pouring at event, and turn into office.
- Mechanical Aptitude, involving draught equipment education and operation.
- Demonstrate proper lifting techniques to move full and empty kegs of beer at events
- Hang signage promoting our brands as needed.
- Maintain and service equipment weekly.
- Maintain and communicate weekly schedule to balance responsibilities between Shelf Set and Special Events
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statement(s)
· Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
· Ambition - The drive to achieve personal advancement.
· Presentation Skills - Ability to effectively present information publicly.
· Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
· Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
· Adaptability - Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
· Self-Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one’s ability using his or her own drive or initiative.
· Assertiveness - Ability to act in a self-confident manner to facilitate completion of a work assignment or to defend a position or idea.
· Relationship Building - Ability to effectively build relationships with customers and co-workers.
· Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
· Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.
· Ethical - Ability to demonstrate behavior conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
· Sales Ability - Ability to use appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to gain acceptance of a product, service, or idea.
· Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
· Competitiveness - Having and demonstrating determination in pursuit of goals and objectives.
· Friendly - Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others.
· Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
· Energetic - Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work.
· Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
· Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
· Coaching and Development - Ability to provide guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas.
· Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education: Bachelor's Degree Preferred (four Year College or university)
Experience: Two to four years related experience
Computer Skills: Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and relevant Space Management software.
Certificates & Licenses: Michigan Liquor Control Commission (MLCC), Valid Driver’s Licenses, Chauffer’s License, and MDOT Physical.
Other Requirements: Must pass physical, drug screen, background check and motor vehicle report must meet insurance company guidelines.
Salary : $19
