Empire Merchants North is the premier wine and spirits distributor in Upstate New York with roots going back to the end of Prohibition. With more than 600 dedicated employees and state-of-the-art facilities, Empire Merchants North has become synonymous with both service and quality and has earned the loyalty of more than 9,000 area restaurants, bars, hotels, nightclubs, and retail outlets. Empire Merchants North acts as a marketing agent for the brands that we represent and is proud to employ the most knowledgeable and well-equipped sales force in Upstate New York.

We are seeking a high energy, motivated  POS Warehouse Associate in our Coxsackie, NY facility.

The primary responsibility of the POS Warehouse Associate is to receive, warehouse, distribute and manage POS materials, samples and will-calls. Help Merchandiser in the construction and installation of custom displays. Clean and organize POS warehouse, shop (area where custom displays are constructed) and rebate/shelf talker area.

Manage POS Materials

• Employee handles the receiving of all POS.
• Break down, divide, and organize POS.
• Put away all POS in its designated location of the warehouse.
• Continuously condense POS to make room for new POS.
• Discard expired POS as directed by supervisor.
• Update inventory of all POS on the Data Report and POS System (min 3 times per week)
• Distribute POS to sales reps and Managers or prepare for delivery to accounts as requested. (Place in cubbies or as directed)
• Manage rebates and shelf talkers. Clean and organize this section of the warehouse making sure expiration dates are clearly marked on rebate boxes and expired ones are discarded.

Manage Samples and Will-calls

• Receive and check in samples and will-calls from warehouse or transfer truck.
• Lock up all product in the designated secured area of the warehouse.
• Distribute to the sales reps and managers with proper documentation. (Printed name and signature from recipients as the sample policy states)

Merchandising Responsibilities

• Install both special displays and stock POS by working with merchandisers, customers, and sales management on the coordination of timing and location of displays.
• Daily monitoring of POS System to check for ordered displays awaiting installation.
• Input completed displays into the POS system in a timely manner.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations including company vans (maintenance) and work area.

Safety Protocol

• Perform daily safety checks on all equipment before use, confirming accordance with specific equipment requirements and maintain these records for 30 days.
• Maintain safety certification on all machinery used on the job. (Forklifts, pallet jacks and cardboard compactor)
• Wear all safety devices required (safety harness, vest and safety shoes)

General Responsibilities

• Receive and distribute incoming packages (FedEx and UPS) to designated recipients.
• Set up and break down salesroom for meetings.
• Help Merchandisers in the construction of custom display pieces.
• Assist in the installation of custom displays when needed.
• Assemble stock POS for distribution (display racks and mass pieces)
• Run deliveries when needed.

Housekeeping/Cleaning

• Clean POS Warehouse (sweep floors and pickup any loose plastic wrap or debris on floor and pallets)
• Clean and organize rebate and shelf talker area of the warehouse.
• Dispose of garbage and expired POS into dumpster.
• Clear and salt walkways at office when needed.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

Compensation & Benefits

• Empire Merchants North offers a competitive compensation package including:
• Paid Holidays, Health Plan options (medical, dental, life insurance, and other voluntary plans), Flexible Spending Account, 401k, PTO, vacation accrual, and more.
• Hourly Rate $17.50 - $19. per hour / 40 hour work week / Full time / Monday - Friday / Work hours are 8am-4pm with 1/2 hour lunch
• The company will evaluate a specific candidate's education, skills, and experience when making an offer.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Certifications and /or licenses:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience:

• Will train.

Knowledge/Skills:

• An understanding of wine & spirits is a plus

• Proficient PC skills using MS Office and other various computer systems including presentation software (SAP a plus).

• Must be a results oriented professional with excellent verbal/written communication skills using diplomacy and discretion as well as strong customer service skills.

• Ability to multi-task, work independently and/or within a team, pays attention to detail and meets deadlines.

• Operation of a forklift.  (a plus but will train)

Empire Merchants North is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, affirms in policy and practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, sex, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Empire Merchants North will not discriminate against persons because of their disability, including disabled veterans, and will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees and applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying and require special assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact our Human Resources department at (800) 724-3960.