Merchandiser Seasonal Intern

M.S. Walker has an exciting, part-time internship opportunity with our Merchandising team this summer! The Merchandiser Seasonal Intern position offers an ideal opportunity for professional development and hands on experience in the wine and spirts industry, while getting excellent exposure to sales, operations and client relationship management. If you're a strong communicator, have incredible worth ethic, and would rather be moving than sitting behind a desk - this might be the internship for you!

Watch this VIDEO for a look at what it's like to be a Merchandiser for M.S. Walker!

Opportunities:

• Tour the local M.S. Walker facilities and learn about the various aspects of our business operations
• Meet with staff members to learn about their roles and experiences in the industry
• Closely monitored on-the-job training including, but not limited to:
• Traveling to a list of accounts to determine possible and/or scheduled merchandising needs
• Meeting delivery trucks of customer accounts to assist in unloading of the product
• Stocking shelves with received M.S Walker products
• Maximizing customer interest and sales levels by displaying products appropriately
• Placing proper point of sale materials on merchandise items in-store
• Constructing or assembling prefabricated display properties from wood, fabric, glass, paper, and plastic
• Reporting to management regarding inventory levels, marketing and sales trends, and customer feedback

Requirements

To be successful in this internship you should have:

• Excellent communication skills
• Motivation and eagerness to learn
• Strong customer service skills
• Experience with retail operations and visual displays preferred
• Knowledge of wine and spirits helpful
• Ability to lift and move product of up to 45lbs regularly
• Minimum of High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Additional Details:

• Frequent driving within assigned territory required
• Eligible for incentive earnings

Benefits

Benefits:

• Reimbursement for mileage/gas
• Eligible for sick time accrual
• Discounted Fitness Memberships
• Free & Discounted Work/Life Resources
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• On-Demand Professional & Leadership Development Through M.S. Walker University

Who we are:

Founded in Boston in 1933, M.S. Walker is a 5th-generation, family-owned wine and spirits importer and distributor, a spirits bottler, and a national supplier. We serve On-Premise and Off-Premise establishments throughout the Northeast, with direct operations in Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey and Rhode Island and brokerage operations in Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont. We represent a budding portfolio of wine and spirits nationwide, including our own brands, and we strive to offer the most prestigious portfolio in the industry. M.S. Walker has built our foundation and future on our people – our employees are truly our greatest asset. Our company boasts a diverse pool of exceptionally special team members who each bring their unique skills and experience to the organization.

Mission Statement:

Since 1933, our mission has been firmly rooted in our core values of family, integrity, respect, honesty, and hard work. We are deeply committed to upholding these principles for our team members, customers and suppliers alike. We seek to build and maintain long-lasting relationships based on trust and reliability. By honoring our heritage and embracing innovation, we aim to continuously improve and adapt to meet the evolving needs of our industry, while responsibly contributing to the communities we serve. Together, we strive to elevate the spirit of hospitality and foster a vibrant and respectful culture in all facets of the organization and beyond.