Wine Steward/Merchandiser
2 months ago
Restaurant Depot, a national wholesale restaurant supplier is seeking a Wine Steward/Merchandiser for our Fife, WA location. This individual plans, organizes, directs and controls the Merchandising activities of all wines & spirits. Maintains close working relationship with Regional and Branch Managers to improve merchandising standards inside the warehouses. The Wine & Spirits Merchandiser will provide our customers with professional advice and/or suggestions while shopping for their wine and spirits at the same time building professional relationships with our vendors. The Wine Merchandiser will also place calls and/or visit with potential customers in the assigned area(s). This individual will also be responsible for ensuring the warehouse is following our policies and procedures related to all facets of wine & spirits merchandising, sales, and product placement. Follows up with customers as requested by the branch manager.
We are a wholesale food service supplier and not open to the public. This position interacts with all our business customers that are shopping in our location.
• Exemplary Customer Service Skills. Must be able to interact with our business customers shopping for wine and spirits and be able to make recommendations and/or provide suggestions to fit their needs.
• Familiarity with wine, spirits and beer production terminology, phases of product processing, as well as varieties.
• Knowledge of foreign product names and terms, to ensure our customers are will understand the product they are purchasing.
• Basic math skills, including metric calculations for end user consumption.
• Communication skills; must have excellent verbal and written skills for interaction with customers, vendors, and internal associates.
• Detailed-oriented, organized with follow-through and a strong sense of urgency.
• Ability to lift and move product (50 lbs) when needed and use safety equipment (ladders).
• Basic PC skills with MS Office knowledge (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Salary, plus benefits and 401k plan. Annual Bonus program.
1. Operations Management:
- Supervise daily activities of the picking and loading management within a cold storage facility.
- Monitor and ensure accurate execution of processes to meet operational goals, considering the challenges of cold storage.
2. Team Leadership:
- Lead, motivate, and mentor supervisors, and warehouse staff, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Provide guidance and coaching to address performance issues and ensure professional growth.
3. Performance Analysis:
- Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and evaluate the distribution center's productivity and efficiency in a cold storage context.
- Identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement, and develop action plans accordingly.
4. Inventory Management:
- Collaborate with the Logistics team to manage inventory levels, monitor stock movement, and reduce carrying costs, taking into account the challenges of cold storage.
5. Compliance and Safety:
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines, especially within the unique cold storage environment.
- Promote a safe working environment by enforcing proper safety protocols and conducting regular safety training.
6. Process Improvement:
- Continuously seek opportunities to enhance operational efficiency, accuracy, and customer service within a cold storage context.
- Implement best practices, technology solutions, and automation to drive process improvements.
Since its founding in 1996, Restaurant Depot has been serving independent foodservice operators, consisting primarily of caterers, pizzerias, restaurants, and delicatessens. Our history actually goes back further to 1976, when Jetro Cash & Carry, the name under which the company was founded, opened its first warehouse in Brooklyn, NY. Today we're expanding rapidly and expecting to double in size over the next five years. This expansion is leading to job openings at our corporate offices and providing motivated team members with numerous opportunities for advancement. If you're ready for some growth of your own, a career with Restaurant Depot may be exactly what you're looking for.Company DescriptionRESPONSIBILITIES: \r
1. Operations Management:\r
- Supervise daily activities of the picking and loading management within a cold storage facility.\r
- Monitor and ensure accurate execution of processes to meet operational goals, considering the challenges of cold storage.\r
2. Team Leadership:\r
- Lead, motivate, and mentor supervisors, and warehouse staff, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.\r
- Provide guidance and coaching to address performance issues and ensure professional growth.\r
3. Performance Analysis:\r
- Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and evaluate the distribution center's productivity and efficiency in a cold storage context.\r
- Identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement, and develop action plans accordingly.\r
4. Inventory Management:\r
- Collaborate with the Logistics team to manage inventory levels, monitor stock movement, and reduce carrying costs, taking into account the challenges of cold storage.\r
5. Compliance and Safety:\r
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines, especially within the unique cold storage environment.\r
- Promote a safe working environment by enforcing proper safety protocols and conducting regular safety training.\r
6. Process Improvement:\r
- Continuously seek opportunities to enhance operational efficiency, accuracy, and customer service within a cold storage context.\r
- Implement best practices, technology solutions, and automation to drive process improvements.\r
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Since its founding in 1996, Restaurant Depot has been serving independent foodservice operators, consisting primarily of caterers, pizzerias, restaurants, and delicatessens. Our history actually goes back further to 1976, when Jetro Cash & Carry, the name under which the company was founded, opened its first warehouse in Brooklyn, NY. Today we're expanding rapidly and expecting to double in size over the next five years. This expansion is leading to job openings at our corporate offices and providing motivated team members with numerous opportunities for advancement. If you're ready for some growth of your own, a career with Restaurant Depot may be exactly what you're looking for.
