MERCHANDISER

Tampico Beverages, a growing multi-national company with corporate offices in Chicago, has an immediate opportunity for a Part-Time Merchandiser ABOUT US: Bottling Irresistible Besides being one of the top selling brands of Refrigerated Juice Drinks available in groceries across America and around the world, we are a team of dedicated people focused on bringing our consumers the best tasting, highest quality products at the best value. Please visit our website at www.tampico.com for more information.

Our employees are some of the best and brightest individuals in the food and beverage industry! We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits such as mileage reimbursement, communication allowance and the option to participate in the company’s 401K plan.

Position Summary The Part-Time Merchandiser is responsible for calling on independent and chain stores within a specific area to increase sales and distribution. They ensure that Tampico products adhere to merchandising and customer service standards. While using creativity and teamwork, the merchandiser also increases distribution on all packages within current accounts and potential new customers. This position reports to the West Region Manager.

Responsibilities

• Increase distribution within the retailers by building displays and strategic POS placement
• Ensure each account is meeting Tampico Retail Standards
• Collaborate with store-level management to effectively communicate account activities
• Sell in the entire Tampico portfolio including additional flavors & alternative packs as well as National, Regional, and Local promotional programs
• Maintain and utilize proper Tampico POS inventory levels and company assets

Qualifications

• 1+ year(s) of CPG sales and/or merchandising experience a plus
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Valid driver's license and good driving record within Tampico policy guidelines
• Bilingual – English / Spanish a plus
• Ability to creatively build product displays at existing and new retail accounts
• Experience with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Merchandiser must be prepared to travel to different locations
• Ability to communicate with multiple groups – peers, company personnel, and retail personnel
• Must reside in Los Angeles, California

NOTE: Relocation is not provided for this position. No phone calls, please.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Our organization has a dynamic work environment where positions may evolve and change. Therefore, the Company reserves the right to modify, delete, or add job duties, responsibilities, and skills that are stated in this job description at any time.

Tampico Beverages, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are committed to supporting diversity and equality across our organization and we work diligently to maintain a workplace free from discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.